Wellesley

Wellesley has a strong reputation for being one of the most sought after “W” towns in the Boston suburban area.

Welcome to Wellesley

Wellesley has a strong reputation for being one of the most sought after “W” towns in the Boston suburban area. As an affluent town, Wellesley is well known for having a high concentration of residents with advanced degrees in the country. As a result it has one of the highest median incomes for households located in Massachusetts.

Situated just outside of Boston, Wellesley has an excellent location. Easily accessed from Routes, 9, 16, 90 and 128 it is a great place to live for those commuting into the city. The downtown area is unlike any other with its quaint offering of several retail shops and dining establishments where you don’t have to travel far for necessary quality amenities.

Countless beautiful and larger homes line the streets and quieter neighborhoods throughout the town. Wellesley is also home to some higher educational institutions including Babson College, Wellesley College and Massachusetts Bay Community College.

 

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Overview for Wellesley, MA

29,365 people live in Wellesley, where the median age is 35.3 and the average individual income is $97,262. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

29,365

Total Population

35.3 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$97,262

Average individual Income

Around Wellesley, MA

There's plenty to do around Wellesley, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

76
Very Walkable
Walking Score
48
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Le Petit Four The Little Oven, On the Mark Archery, and Calvin Chin's Martial Arts Academy.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Le Petit Four The Little Oven Logo
Dining 2.87 miles 12 reviews 5/5 stars
On the Mark Archery Logo
Active 4.41 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Calvin Chin's Martial Arts Academy Logo
Active 4.05 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars
Paramount Performance & Rehab Logo
Active 3.64 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars
Vigor Transformations Logo
Active 4.42 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars
Cadence Academy Preschool Logo
Active 2.47 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Wellesley, MA

Population Households Employment

Wellesley has 8,668 households, with an average household size of 2.82. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Wellesley do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 29,365 people call Wellesley home. The population density is 2,930.32 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

29,365

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

35.3

Median Age

43.34 / 56.66%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
8,668

Total Households

2.82

Average Household Size

$97,262

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Wellesley, MA

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Primary Schools ()
Middle Schools ()
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Mixed Schools ()
The following schools are within or nearby Wellesley. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
Wellesley Middle
50 Kingsbury Street, Wellesley, MA, 02481
PUBLIC
6th - 8th
5/5
Wellesley Senior High
50 Rice Street, Wellesley, MA, 02481
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
5/5
St John School
9 Ledyard St, Wellesley, MA, 02481
PRIVATE
PreK - 6th
No rating available
Ernest F Upham
35 Wynnewood Rd, Wellesley, MA, 02481
PUBLIC
K - 5th
4/5
Hunnewell
28 Cameron Street, Wellesley, MA, 02482
PUBLIC
K - 5th
5/5
Katharine Lee Bates
116 Elmwood Rd, Wellesley, MA, 02481
PUBLIC
K - 5th
5/5
Sprague Elementary School
401 School Street, Wellesley, MA, 02482
PUBLIC
K - 5th
5/5
John D Hardy
293 Weston Rd, Wellesley, MA, 02482
PUBLIC
K - 5th
5/5
Joseph E Fiske
45 Hastings Street, Wellesley, MA, 02481
PUBLIC
K - 5th
5/5
Schofield
27 Cedar Street, Wellesley, MA, 02481
PUBLIC
K - 5th
5/5
Tenacre Country Day School
78 Benvenue St, Wellesley, MA, 02482
PRIVATE
PreK - 6th
No rating available

Property Listings

Pending
MLS® 73127878

$4,995,000

192 Pond Road, Wellesley, MA 02482
5 Beds 6.5 Baths 9,995 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 73232167

$4,995,000

24 Oakdale Ave, Weston, MA 02493
6 Beds 7 Baths 8,840 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 73199498

$4,799,900

78 Hundreds Road, Wellesley, MA 02481
6 Beds 7.5 Baths 6,310 Sq.Ft.
Pending
MLS® 73198420

$4,695,000

77 Forest St, Wellesley, MA 02481
5 Beds 7 Baths 7,034 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 73222141

$4,650,000

85 Benvenue Street, Wellesley, MA 02482
6 Beds 6.5 Baths 7,749 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 73219331

$4,500,000

7 Rockport Rd, Weston, MA 02493
5 Beds 6 Baths 6,096 Sq.Ft.
Pending
MLS® 73220394

$4,399,000

23 Dwight Road, Needham, MA 02492
7 Beds 9 Baths 9,578 Sq.Ft.
Pending
MLS® 73218121

$4,395,000

91 Hundreds Road, Wellesley, MA 02481
4 Beds 5.5 Baths 4,190 Sq.Ft.
Active Under Contract
MLS® 73225526

$4,300,000

241 Bristol Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
5 Beds 7 Baths 6,558 Sq.Ft.
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