Wells County's 2026 population is estimated at 3,677, reflecting a -1.68% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Wells County is the 29th largest county in North Dakota. The 2010 population was 4,192 and has grown -12.29% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 46.3 years
Female: 49.8 years
Male: 43.9 years
There are 2,980 adults, (1,040 of whom are seniors) in Wells County.
Female: 1,940 (49.9%)
Male: 1,950 (50.1%)
The racial composition of Wells County includes 95.06% White, and smaller percentages for other race, Native American, Asian and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 3,698 | 95.06% |
| Two or more races | 148 | 3.8% |
| Other race | 21 | 0.54% |
| Native American | 14 | 0.36% |
| Asian | 9 | 0.23% |
Wells County 's average per capita income is $47,708. Household income levels show a median of $66,114. The poverty rate stands at 9.13%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $106,406 | - |
| Families | $97,500 | $126,656 |
| Households | $66,114 | $96,130 |
| Non Families | $34,604 | $56,218 |
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