Wellfleet is a town located in Barnstable County, in the state of Massachusetts (MA), United States. Nestled in the New England division of the North-east region, it covers an area of 19.8 square miles (51.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 50 ft. With a population of approximately 2,749 residents, Wellfleet offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 47.14% males and 52.86% females, and it has a population density of 138.84 people per square mile (53.61/km²). Wellfleet lies at a latitude of 41.92 and a longitude of -70.01, operating in the UTC-5.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (0%), followed by English (29.6%), German (12.1%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 02667.