Wellton is a town in Yuma County, Arizona, United States. According to the 2020 census, the population of the town is 2,375. It is part of the Yuma Metropolitan Statistical Area.

Geography

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of , all land.

Wellton is located along Interstate 8 and the former route of U.S. Route 80. The town was named after the wells providing water for the railroad. Wellton's history is deeply rooted in agriculture, and the town prides itself on its rich farming heritage. The region's fertile soil and abundant water supply have made it an ideal location for growing crops such as lettuce, onions, and cotton. Visitors can learn about the town's agricultural past at the Wellton Mohawk Valley Museum, which showcases artifacts and exhibits that tell the story of the town's early settlers and their contributions to agricultural development in the area.

Demographics

2020 census

As of the 2020 census, Wellton had a population of 2,375. The median age was 62.8 years. 14.5% of residents were under the age of 18 and 45.5% of residents were 65 years of age or older. For every 100 females there were 96.1 males, and for every 100 females age 18 and over there were 98.2 males age 18 and over.

0.0% of residents lived in urban areas, while 100.0% lived in rural areas.

There were 1,119 households in Wellton, of which 19.0% had children under the age of 18 living in them. Of all households, 53.6% were married-couple households, 17.7% were households with a male householder and no spouse or partner present, and 21.7% were households with a female householder and no spouse or partner present. About 29.0% of all households were made up of individuals and 19.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. US Border Patrol has a station outside of Wellton.

Transportation

  • Yuma County Area Transit
  • Interstate 8

Education

Wellton is in the Wellton Elementary School District<!--ELM 09090--> and the Antelope Union High School District<!--SEC 00720-->.

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References

  • Town website