Wellesley, Massachusetts
Wellesley: town in Norfolk County, Massachusetts
About
Wellesley is a town located in the county of Norfolk in the U.S. state of Massachusetts. Its population at the 2010 census was 27,982 and a population density of 1,027 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 28,684 inhabitants.
The town was created 366 years ago in 1659.
Quick Facts about Wellesley
| Population | 28,684 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Massachusetts (United States) |
| County | Norfolk County |
| Postal code | 02482 |
| Area | 27.24 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 42.2965,-71.2926 |
| Altitude | 141 feet / 43 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1660 (366 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
| Local time | 17:27:41 (10th April 2026) |
| Density | 1,053 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 2.45% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 35℉ Mostly Clear 7-days weather |
Geography
Wellesley is located at 42°17'47"N 71°17'33"W (42.2964900, -71.2925600).
Wellesley map
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Weather
Mostly clear, with a low around 35. Southwest wind around 3 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Wellesley increased by 2.45% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 27,982 | - | census |
| 2011 | 28,543 | 1.97% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 28,547 | 0.01% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 28,692 | 0.51% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 28,643 | -0.17% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 28,735 | 0.32% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 28,876 | 0.49% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 28,765 | -0.39% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 28,710 | -0.19% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 28,670 | -0.14% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 28,684 | 0.05% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Wellesley
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People born in Wellesley (31)
People born in Wellesley, including Asian-jazz musician Grace Kelly, entomologist Austin Hobart Clark, swimmer, Olympic gold medalist Erik Vendt, .
More notable people
- Billy Squier (American rock musician) he was born in 12/05/1950
- Jay Harrington (American actor) he was born in 15/11/1971
- Greg Yaitanes (television and film director from America) he was born in 18/06/1970
- Jay Miller (American ice hockey player) he was born in 16/07/1960
- Roger Nash Baldwin (American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) co-founder) he was born in 21/01/1884
- Walter Bradford Barrows (American ornithologist (1855–1923)) he was born in 10/01/1855
- Bill Callahan (American television producer) he was born in 01/01/1971
- Chris Tierney (American soccer player) he was born in 09/01/1986
- Frank Buxton (American actor (1930-2018)) he was born in 13/02/1930
- Carolyn Dykema (politician in Massachusetts, US) she was born in 26/12/1967
- Chip Monck (American lighting designer) he was born in 05/03/1939
- Eddie Barry (American ice hockey player) he was born in 12/10/1919
- Greg Comella (American football player) he was born in 29/07/1975
- Jack Sanford (American baseball player and coach) he was born in 18/05/1929
- Joe Fleming (Player of American and Canadian football) he was born in 05/12/1971
- Kyle Adams (American football player) he was born in 19/01/1988
- Nicole Freedman (American cyclist) she was born in 21/05/1972
- Phil Elmassian (American football player and coach) he was born in 28/04/1951
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Wellesley, MA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 168218 | Wellesley College | Wellesley (MA) | 02481-8203 |
Nearby Transit Stations (27)
Rail and bus stations connected to Wellesley, MA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| FRA | Framingham station | 417 Waverly St. | RAIL |
| RTE | Route 128 station | 50 University Ave | RAIL |
| BBY | Back Bay station | 145 Dartmouth St. | RAIL |
| BOS | South Station | 2 South Station | RAIL |
| BON | North Station | 100 Legends Way | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Wellesley.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Wellesley Post Office | Wellesley (MA) | 02482 |
Other cities in Norfolk County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Norfolk County , MA. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Quincy | 94,421 | A city in Norfolk County, Massachusetts. |
| Brookline | 59,022 | Town in Massachusetts, United States |
| Weymouth | 58,104 | The most populous city in Norfolk County, Massachusetts. |
| Franklin | 34,711 | Town in Massachusetts, United States |
| Randolph | 34,260 | City in Massachusetts |
| Needham | 31,537 | Town in Massachusetts |
| Norwood | 29,737 | Town and census-designated place in Norfolk County, Massachusetts, United States |
| Stoughton | 28,891 | City in Wisconsin |
| Milton | 27,537 | Town in Massachusetts |
| Walpole | 26,582 | Town in New Hampshire, United States |
| Dedham | 25,345 | Town in Massachusetts |
| Canton | 24,029 | Town in Massachusetts, United States |
| Sharon | 18,864 | City in Massachusetts |
| Foxborough | 18,398 | Town in Massachusetts |
| Bellingham | 17,336 | Town of the United States |
| Westwood | 16,384 | Town in Massachusetts, USA |
Distance to Other Cities
Wellesley distances to largest Massachusetts cities