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Wells Branch, TX

Wells Branch is a census-designated place (CDP) in Travis County, Texas, United States. The population was 14,000 at the 2020 census. 

Wells Branch is located at 30°26′38″N 97°40′42″W (30.443997, -97.678469), 13 miles (21 km) north of downtown Austin. 

According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 2.5 square miles (6.6 km2), of which 2.5 square miles (6.6 km2) is land and 0.39% is water.

Wayman F. and Mary Emily Wells settled in the Wells Branch area circa 1827. Wells is recorded by the Austin History Center to have been a spy and a scout for the Texians during battles in Goliad and San Antonio when the Republic of Texas declared its independence from Mexico.

As of the 2020 United States census, there were 14,000 people, 6,270 households, and 2,852 families residing in the CDP. As of the census of 2010, there were officially 12,120 people, 5,490 households, and 2,580 families residing in the CDP. This number is considered low as the governing body, the Wells Branch Municipal Utility District, estimates the population in 2010 to be approximately 18,000 residents including the numerous multi-family residents on the southern side of the district. The population density was 4,456.3 inhabitants per square mile (1,720.6/km2). There were 5,625 housing units at an average density of 2,224.0 per square mile (858.7/km2). The racial makeup of the CDP was 71.30% White, 9.65% African American, 0.40% Native American, 9.59% Asian, 0.17% Pacific Islander, 5.93% from other races, and 2.96% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 16.68% of the population.

Health and wellness are integral to the Wells Branch lifestyle. The Wells Branch Recreation Center serves as a hub for fitness and community activities, offering residents various fitness classes, sports facilities, and wellness programs. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Fitness Classes and HotWorx. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Wells Branch, such as Katherine Fleischer Park, Willow Bend Park, and the Wells Branch Trail. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in Wells Branch, TX include Zilker Metropolitan Park, Texas Capitol, and Bullock Texas State History Museum.

Population: 12,000. Elevation: 699 ft (213 m). Area: 2.5 sq mi (6.6 km2).ZIP Code: 78728. Area code: 512. 

FAQs

Is Wells Branch, TX a good place to live?

Wells Branch is in Travis County and is one of the best places to live in Texas. Living in Wells Branch offers residents an urban feel and most residents rent their homes. In Wells Branch, there are a lot of bars and parks. Many families and young professionals live in Wells Branch and residents tend to lean liberal. 

What are the demographics of Wells Branch, TX?

Wells Branch, TX is home to a population of 13.8k people, of which 88.5% are citizens. As of 2021, 19.4% of Wells Branch, TX residents were born outside of the country (2.69k people). In 2021, there were 2.07 times more White (Non-Hispanic) residents (5.15k people) in Wells Branch, TX than any other race or ethnicity. There were 2.49k Black or African American (Non-Hispanic) and 2.43k White (Hispanic) residents, the second and third most common ethnic groups.

Is Wells Branch, TX expensive?

The median home price in Wells Branch is $475,000 with a median price per sqft of $285. The cost of living index for housing estimates the cost of housing in Wells Branch to be 94% of the national average. This makes it an average US city.

Sources

Wikipedia 

Wells Branch MUD

Travis County

Wells Branch Recreation Center

Fitness Classes 

HotWorx

Katherine Fleischer Park

Willow Bend Park 

Wells Branch Trail

Zilker Metropolitan Park

Texas Capitol

Bullock Texas State History Museum

Katherine Fleischer Park

Jourdan-Bachman Pioneer Farms

Wells Branch Art Gallery

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DataUSA

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