Sixty-two square miles comprise the Town of Wells which has a year round population of about 10,000. The town has several different sections with interesting names. The most southern beach area of Wells is Moody Beach, next is Wells Beach, and the most northerly beach is at Drakes Island. To the west are High Pine, Wells Branch, and the Merriland Ridge area. Together, these areas make up the Town of Wells!

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. A recycling and transfer station takes refuse from property taxpayers (a sticker is required), and from the several independent collectors. Cable television service 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 and antique shops, 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. It is estimated that nearly 2/3 of the approximately 7,000 homes in Wells are occupied 12 months of the year. This directory is designed as a guide to what our town has to offer whether you live here or are just visiting. We are very proud of Wells and wish you a happy stay here. We ask only that you help us keep our town clean, peaceful and beautiful. More detailed information on Wells can be obtained in the Town's Annual Report published in time for the Town Meeting in April or by visiting www.town.wells.me.us