Median Age
42 Years
Largest Age Group
50-59 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
25%
Over 65
18%
Wellington
Wellington, FL Area Guide
Avg Rent
$2,124
Population
58,064
Renter Mix
25% Rent
A horse lover’s dream community.
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Wellington earned its nickname — the Winter Equestrian Capital of the World — and wears that title proudly. Each year from January through March, the Winter Equestrian Festival draws competitors and spectators to the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center. Beyond the stables and polo fields, daily life feels spacious and relaxed, with wide green corridors, the Wellington Environmental Preserve, and outdoor amphitheaters hosting concerts, food truck festivals, and movie nights.
The Mall at Wellington Green anchors dining and shopping, while Royal Palm Beach and Lake Worth offer more options nearby. West Palm Beach is roughly 30 minutes east, putting coastal employment and beaches within reach. Housing ranges from sprawling single-story homes to well-appointed apartment communities with resort-style amenities in lush, landscaped settings. Renters can choose spacious multi-bedroom layouts or sleek one-bedroom floor plans suited to low-maintenance lifestyles. Founded on former swampland purchased in the 1950s, Wellington has grown into Florida's most populous village.
Explore the City
Residents can enjoy a nice walk in the afternoon by Lake Wellington and watch the sunset from this pier.
There are farmed animals around the Outer Wellington neighborhood.
Beautiful views are just outside your window in Banyan of West Palm Beach, FL.
A fairytale Spanish revival bungalow homes in Banyan, FL is just what you need to start anew.
Yesteryear Village is a great place for a cute and affordable date.
Learn and explore vintage goods at South Florida Fairgrounds in Banyan, FL.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$106,758
Average: $132,606
Education
21,697
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
30,157
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Wellington has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
25%
Non-Renters
75%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
32%
Other Education
68%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Wellington, FL is $2,134 for one bedroom, $2,498 for two bedrooms, and $3,065 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Wellington has decreased by -1.7% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,134/month
866 Sq Ft
House
$7,198/month
2,255 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,281/month
1,069 Sq Ft
Townhome
$3,401/month
1,601 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Wellington, FL is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
20
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
70
/ 100
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Schools
Binks Forest Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
1,147 Students
Elbridge Gale Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
915 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
843 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
950 Students
New Horizons Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-8
727 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,230 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,156 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,241 Students
New Horizons Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-8
727 Students
Renaissance Charter School At Wellington
Public
Grades K-8
713 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,688 Students
Palm Beach Central High School
Public
Grades 9-12
2,980 Students
Somerset Academy Wellington High School
Public
Grades 9-12
40 Students
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Points of Interest
Parks and Recreation
- Okeeheelee Nature Center
- Lion Country Safari
- Pine Jog Environmental Education Center
Airports
- Palm Beach International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.