The Town of Wells Sixty-two square miles comprise the Town of Wells which has a year round population of 10,000. Most of the population along U.S. Route 1 and the ocean is served by public water from the Kennebunk, Kennebunkport, and Wells Water District, and by public sewer through the Wells Sanitary District. Cablevision is provided for most of Wells by Time-Warner.
Tourism plays an important part in the livelihood of the town.
Visitors will find a wide selection of fine hotels and motels, campgrounds, restaurants, gift shops, outlet stores and recreational facilities. In addition, there are many Bed and Breakfasts in the area which offer a unique experience for visitors. There is a large service industry in the area, which includes carpenters, painters, farmers, repairmen, etc. Professional services, such as accounting, legal work, banking, etc., are also plentiful. More detailed information on Wells can be obtained in the Town s Annual Report published before the Town Meeting in April.