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Introduction to Wells, Maine
Wells, Maine, in York county, is 28 miles SW of Portland, Maine and 70 miles N of Boston, Massachusetts. The town has a population of 9,400.
Wells History
The area was named Webhannet by the Abenaki Indians, meaning “at the clear stream.” Wells was incorporated in 1653 and was named after Wells, England. It was the third town in Maine to be incorporated. Wells was previously the northeastern frontier of the English settlement. The area witnessed the development of shipbuilding and fishery industries apart from being a farming community.
Wells and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Wells
Shopping destinations in Wells include the Wells Shopping Plaza and the Wells Corner Shopping Center. Tourists can even check out Moody Beach and Wells Beach. The Brick Store Museum and Seashore Trolley Museum are fascinating sites to visit. The Wells Harbor Community Park makes a perfect setting for memorable occasions.
Wells Transportation
Portland International is the nearest major airport.
Wells Higher Education
York County Technical College is in Wells. There are several other colleges and universities that can be attended from Wells, including the University of New England-University Campus the University of New Hampshire, Saint Joseph’s College and Northern Essex Community College.
Wells strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Maine):
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| Well-Paid Single Men (vs. State) | Top 5% |  |
| Well-Paid Single Women (vs. State) | Top 6% | |
| People in Middle Class or Better (vs. State) | Top 6% | |
| Median Family Income (vs. State) | Top 9% | |
| Low Rate of Poverty (vs. State) | Top 10% | |
| Low Violent Crime (vs. Peers) | Top 13% | |
| College Educated Adults (vs. State) | Top 15% | |
| Walking and Biking to Work (vs. State) | Top 16% | |
Comparing Wells to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Maine (State):
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| Low Property Crime | | |
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