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Comprehensive Data Report

Wellesley, MA

ZIP Code 02482

Norfolk County

Population
11,004
Median Income
$230,625
Home Value
$1,230,900
Livability
68/100
Total Population
11,004
Median Household Income
$230,625
Median Home Value
$1,230,900
Median Rent
$2,509

Key Insights

What the data tells us about this area

Safety score of 79/100 indicates this is a very safe neighborhood with low crime rates.

77% owner-occupancy rate indicates a stable residential community with strong homeownership.

Quick Facts & Insights

Key metrics and how they compare

Population Density
11,004 residents
Median Age
46.2 years
Safety Score
79/100
Above average safety

Livability Score

Overall quality of life rating based on key factors

Overall Livability
68
Fair
Out of 100

Score Breakdown

Amenities
86/100
Cost of Living
30/100
Safety
79/100
Education
31/100
Employment
91/100
Housing
84/100
Weather
69/100

Data Sources & Accuracy

Official Government Data:Demographics and housing statistics are from the U.S. Census Bureau API (American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates). Weather and climate data comes from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) API with official climate normals from the nearest weather station. Crime statistics are from the FBI Crime Data Explorer API, with county-level data when available, otherwise state-level official data.
Modeled Estimates:Schools and some economic indicators are currently modeled using statistical methods based on national averages and regional patterns. For critical decisions, verify with official sources:

Learn more about our data sources and methodology on our Data Sources page.

Location Map

Wellesley, MA 02482

Coordinates: 42.2945°, -71.2992°Open in Google Maps

Cost of Living

Compared to national average (100 = US average)

Overall Cost Index
175
Higher than avg
100 = US National Average

Cost Index by Category

Housing
283
Above avg
Transportation
118
Above avg
Healthcare
109
Average
Groceries
127
Above avg
Utilities
115
Above avg
Overall
175
Above avg

Economy & Employment

Job market and economic indicators

Labor Force
6,932
Employment Rate
88.0%
Avg. Commute
28 min
Work From Home
18%

Top Industries by Employment

Industry Breakdown

Professional Services
15.1%
Retail Trade
14.3%
Healthcare & Social Assistance
13.1%
Manufacturing
10.7%
Education
10.5%
Total Employed
6,100
Total Unemployed
832
Unemployment Rate
12.0%

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Demographics Overview

Comprehensive population statistics and demographic breakdown

Age Distribution

Population by age group

Household Income Distribution

Households by income bracket

Education Levels (Age 25+)

Highest education attained

Race & Ethnicity

Demographic composition

Median Age
46.2 years
Per Capita Income
$117,432
Poverty Rate
4.7%