Wayne County, IA
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Wayne County Overview
6,484
TOTAL POPULATION
3,238
MALE POPULATION
3,246
FEMALE POPULATION
99.75
MALES / 100 FEMALES
100.25
FEMALES / 100 MALES
41.9
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$32,524
PER CAPITA INCOME
$77,570
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$58,257
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
29.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
70.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.46
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
2,906
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
58.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
1.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Wayne County Area Codes
Race in Wayne County
The most populous races in Wayne County are White / Caucasian (6,166 | 95.1%), Two or more Races (258 | 4.0%), and Hispanic or Latino (117 | 1.8%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 4 | 0.1% |
| Black / African American | 19 | 0.3% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 117 | 1.8% |
| Native / Alaskan | 0 | 0.0% |
| White / Caucasian | 6,166 | 95.1% |
| Two or more Races | 258 | 4.0% |
| Some other Race | 37 | 0.6% |
| Total | 6,484 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Wayne County
The most populous ancestries reported in Wayne County are German (1,459 | 22.5%), English (880 | 13.6%), Irish (775 | 11.9%), Dutch (658 | 10.2%), and American (489 | 7.5%), together accounting for 65.7% of all Wayne County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 489 | 7.5% |
| Arab | 6 | 0.1% |
| Belgian | 1 | 0.0% |
| British | 17 | 0.3% |
| Burmese | 33 | 0.5% |
| Canadian | 5 | 0.1% |
| Cherokee | 29 | 0.4% |
| Croatian | 10 | 0.2% |
| Czech | 7 | 0.1% |
| Czechoslovakian | 5 | 0.1% |
| Danish | 37 | 0.6% |
| Dominican | 22 | 0.3% |
| Dutch | 658 | 10.2% |
| Egyptian | 6 | 0.1% |
| English | 880 | 13.6% |
| European | 115 | 1.8% |
| French | 96 | 1.5% |
| French Canadian | 16 | 0.3% |
| German | 1,459 | 22.5% |
| Hungarian | 5 | 0.1% |
| Irish | 775 | 11.9% |
| Italian | 100 | 1.5% |
| Japanese | 4 | 0.1% |
| Korean | 9 | 0.1% |
| Liberian | 1 | 0.0% |
| Lithuanian | 3 | 0.1% |
| Mexican | 67 | 1.0% |
| Northern European | 8 | 0.1% |
| Norwegian | 83 | 1.3% |
| Pennsylvania German | 7 | 0.1% |
| Polish | 65 | 1.0% |
| Portuguese | 16 | 0.3% |
| Puerto Rican | 28 | 0.4% |
| Romanian | 8 | 0.1% |
| Scandinavian | 17 | 0.3% |
| Scotch-Irish | 86 | 1.3% |
| Scottish | 157 | 2.4% |
| Serbian | 3 | 0.1% |
| Sioux | 1 | 0.0% |
| Slavic | 2 | 0.0% |
| Subsaharan African | 1 | 0.0% |
| Swedish | 100 | 1.5% |
| Swiss | 14 | 0.2% |
| Welsh | 63 | 1.0% | View All 44 Rows |
Immigrants in Wayne County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Wayne County came from Latin America (35 | 0.5%), Central America (30 | 0.5%), Mexico (30 | 0.5%), Europe (16 | 0.3%), and Eastern Europe (8 | 0.1%), together accounting for 1.8% of all Wayne County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 1 | 0.0% |
| Asia | 4 | 0.1% |
| Cambodia | 4 | 0.1% |
| Canada | 5 | 0.1% |
| Caribbean | 5 | 0.1% |
| Central America | 30 | 0.5% |
| Dominican Republic | 5 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Europe | 8 | 0.1% |
| Europe | 16 | 0.3% |
| Latin America | 35 | 0.5% |
| Liberia | 1 | 0.0% |
| Mexico | 30 | 0.5% |
| Moldova | 8 | 0.1% |
| Northern Europe | 8 | 0.1% |
| South Eastern Asia | 4 | 0.1% |
| Western Africa | 1 | 0.0% | View All 16 Rows |
Sex and Age in Wayne County
Sex and Age in Wayne County
The most populous age groups in Wayne County are 60 to 64 Years (257 | 7.9%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (281 | 8.7%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 239 (7.4%) | 213 (6.6%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 222 (6.9%) | 273 (8.4%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 223 (6.9%) | 227 (7.0%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 241 (7.4%) | 180 (5.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 144 (4.4%) | 177 (5.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 163 (5.0%) | 177 (5.4%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 158 (4.9%) | 176 (5.4%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 132 (4.1%) | 158 (4.9%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 200 (6.2%) | 154 (4.7%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 175 (5.4%) | 164 (5.1%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 184 (5.7%) | 149 (4.6%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 250 (7.7%) | 281 (8.7%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 257 (7.9%) | 161 (5.0%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 219 (6.8%) | 174 (5.4%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 163 (5.0%) | 165 (5.1%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 123 (3.8%) | 137 (4.2%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 91 (2.8%) | 165 (5.1%) |
| 85 Years and over | 54 (1.7%) | 115 (3.5%) |
| Total | 3,238 (100.0%) | 3,246 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Wayne County
Median Family Size in Wayne County
The median family size in Wayne County is 3.15 persons per family, with married-couple families (1,392 | 84.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.16 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (67 | 4.1%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.01 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,392 (84.6%) | 3.16 |
| Single Male/Father | 67 (4.1%) | 3.01 |
| Single Female/Mother | 187 (11.4%) | 3.09 |
| Total Families | 1,646 (100.0%) | 3.15 |
Median Household Size in Wayne County
The median household size in Wayne County is 2.52 persons per household, with single male/father households (67 | 2.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.45 persons per household. non-family households (885 | 35.0%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.18 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,392 (55.0%) | 3.20 |
| Single Male/Father | 67 (2.6%) | 3.45 |
| Single Female/Mother | 187 (7.4%) | 3.39 |
| Non-family | 885 (35.0%) | 1.18 |
| Total Households | 2,531 (100.0%) | 2.52 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Wayne County
Out of a total of 2,531 households in Wayne County, 1,646 (65.0%) are family households, while 885 (35.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 880, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 790.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 790 (31.2%) |
| 2-Person Households | 880 (34.8%) | 90 (3.6%) |
| 3-Person Households | 232 (9.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 213 (8.4%) | 5 (0.2%) |
| 5-Person Households | 152 (6.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 99 (3.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 70 (2.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,646 (65.0%) | 885 (35.0%) |
Female Fertility in Wayne County
Fertility by Age in Wayne County
Average fertility rate in Wayne County is 69.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 153.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 96.4% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 3 (3.6%) | 17.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 81 (96.4%) | 153.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 84 (100.0%) | 69.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Wayne County
79.8% of women with births (84) in Wayne County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 17.3% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (100.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 67 (82.7%) | 14 (17.3%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 67 (79.8%) | 17 (20.2%) |
Fertility by Education in Wayne County
Average fertility rate in Wayne County is 69.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of less than high school have the highest fertility rate of 164.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the lowest fertility at 18.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of less than high school represent 58.3% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 49 (58.3%) | 164.0 |
| High School Diploma | 7 (8.3%) | 32.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 21 (25.0%) | 43.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 3 (3.6%) | 18.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 4 (4.8%) | 103.0 |
| Total | 84 (100.0%) | 69.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Wayne County
20.2% of women with births in Wayne County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 28.6% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 40 (81.6%) | 9 (18.4%) |
| High School Diploma | 5 (71.4%) | 2 (28.6%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 15 (71.4%) | 6 (28.6%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 67 (79.8%) | 17 (20.2%) |
Income in Wayne County
Income Overview in Wayne County
Per Capita Income in Wayne County is $32,524, while median incomes of families and households are $77,570 and $58,257 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 6,484 | $32,524 |
| Median Family Income | 1,646 | $77,570 |
| Mean Family Income | 1,646 | $99,106 |
| Median Household Income | 2,531 | $58,257 |
| Mean Household Income | 2,531 | $80,360 |
| Income Deficit | 1,646 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 6,484 | 29.56% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 6,484 | 70.44¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 6,484 | 0.46 |
Earnings by Sex in Wayne County
Average Earnings in Wayne County are $38,129, $43,706 for men and $30,786 for women, a difference of 29.6%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 1,697 (54.9%) | $43,706 |
| Female | 1,392 (45.1%) | $30,786 |
| Total | 3,089 (100.0%) | $38,129 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Wayne County
The most common earnings brackets in Wayne County are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (244 | 14.4%) and $40,000 to $44,999 for women (128 | 9.2%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 69 (4.1%) | 79 (5.7%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 57 (3.4%) | 67 (4.8%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 32 (1.9%) | 40 (2.9%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 12 (0.7%) | 40 (2.9%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 39 (2.3%) | 60 (4.3%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 37 (2.2%) | 71 (5.1%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 49 (2.9%) | 40 (2.9%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 15 (0.9%) | 60 (4.3%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 27 (1.6%) | 33 (2.4%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 30 (1.8%) | 93 (6.7%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 80 (4.7%) | 102 (7.3%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 119 (7.0%) | 119 (8.6%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 171 (10.1%) | 109 (7.8%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 156 (9.2%) | 128 (9.2%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 125 (7.4%) | 99 (7.1%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 69 (4.1%) | 43 (3.1%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 244 (14.4%) | 82 (5.9%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 103 (6.1%) | 39 (2.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 115 (6.8%) | 54 (3.9%) |
| $100,000+ | 148 (8.7%) | 34 (2.4%) |
| Total | 1,697 (100.0%) | 1,392 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Wayne County
Average earnings in Wayne County are $46,173 for men and $34,219 for women, a difference of 25.9%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $59,931, while those with graduate degree education earn the least with $27,500. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $44,821, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $26,313.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $50,000 | $34,327 |
| High School Diploma | $41,464 | $26,313 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $46,528 | $32,391 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $59,931 | $41,938 |
| Graduate Degree | $27,500 | $44,821 |
| Total | $46,173 | $34,219 |
Family Income in Wayne County
Family Income Brackets in Wayne County
According to the Wayne County family income data, there are 344 families falling into the $75,000 to $99,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 20.9% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 18 families (1.1%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 28 | 1.7% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 18 | 1.1% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 89 | 5.4% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 86 | 5.2% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 258 | 15.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 332 | 20.2% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 344 | 20.9% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 342 | 20.8% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 58 | 3.5% |
| $200,000+ | 94 | 5.7% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Wayne County
7+ person families (70 | 4.3%) account for the highest median family income in Wayne County with $103,958 per family, while 2-person families (918 | 55.8%) have the highest median income of $37,019 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 918 (55.8%) | $74,038 |
| 3-Person Families | 210 (12.8%) | $50,714 |
| 4-Person Families | 221 (13.4%) | $82,788 |
| 5-Person Families | 158 (9.6%) | $76,250 |
| 6-Person Families | 69 (4.2%) | $77,969 |
| 7+ Person Families | 70 (4.3%) | $103,958 |
| Total | 1,646 (100.0%) | $77,570 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Wayne County
The median family income in Wayne County is $77,570, with families comprising 3+ earners (187) having the highest median family income of $105,917, while families with no earners (289) have the lowest median family income of $45,859, accounting for 11.4% and 17.6% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 289 (17.6%) | $45,859 |
| 1 Earner | 520 (31.6%) | $56,094 |
| 2 Earners | 650 (39.5%) | $93,782 |
| 3+ Earners | 187 (11.4%) | $105,917 |
| Total | 1,646 (100.0%) | $77,570 |
Household Income in Wayne County
Household Income Brackets in Wayne County
With 476 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Wayne County, accounting for 18.8% of all households. In contrast, only 58 households (2.3%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 76 | 3.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 116 | 4.6% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 240 | 9.5% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 225 | 8.9% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 451 | 17.8% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 476 | 18.8% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 423 | 16.7% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 364 | 14.4% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 58 | 2.3% |
| $200,000+ | 104 | 4.1% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Wayne County
The median household income in Wayne County is $58,257, with the highest median household income of $70,000 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 888 households (35.1%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $41,563, with 69 households (2.7%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 69 (2.7%) | $41,563 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 682 (27.0%) | $68,864 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 888 (35.1%) | $70,000 |
| 65+ Years | 892 (35.2%) | $41,848 |
| Total | 2,531 (100.0%) | $58,257 |
Poverty in Wayne County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Wayne County
With 14.1% poverty level for males and 12.5% for females among the residents of Wayne County, 5 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 16 males (28.1%) and 66 females (31.4%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 55 (23.0%) | 66 (31.4%) |
| 5 Years | 16 (28.1%) | 6 (12.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 59 (24.7%) | 65 (21.4%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 13 (9.5%) | 16 (11.2%) |
| 15 Years | 5 (10.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 21 (19.8%) | 2 (2.3%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 52 (22.9%) | 20 (9.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 69 (21.6%) | 66 (19.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 26 (8.1%) | 27 (8.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 46 (12.9%) | 34 (10.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 39 (7.7%) | 35 (7.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 32 (8.6%) | 17 (5.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 19 (7.1%) | 41 (11.4%) |
| Total | 452 (14.1%) | 395 (12.5%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Wayne County
According to the poverty statistics in Wayne County, males aged 75 years and over and females aged 15 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 92.9% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 184 (77.0%) | 144 (68.6%) |
| 5 Years | 41 (71.9%) | 44 (88.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 180 (75.3%) | 238 (78.5%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 124 (90.5%) | 127 (88.8%) |
| 15 Years | 44 (89.8%) | 45 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 85 (80.2%) | 86 (97.7%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 175 (77.1%) | 203 (91.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 251 (78.4%) | 278 (80.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 297 (91.9%) | 285 (91.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 311 (87.1%) | 279 (89.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 467 (92.3%) | 407 (92.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 341 (91.4%) | 308 (94.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 249 (92.9%) | 320 (88.6%) |
| Total | 2,749 (85.9%) | 2,764 (87.5%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Wayne County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Wayne County show that 5.4% or 75 of the total 1,392 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 18.1%, comprising of 29 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 1.7%, which includes 5 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 844 (96.1%) | 34 (3.9%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 292 (98.3%) | 5 (1.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 131 (81.9%) | 29 (18.1%) |
| 5 or more Children | 50 (87.7%) | 7 (12.3%) |
| Total | 1,317 (94.6%) | 75 (5.4%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Wayne County
According to the poverty data in Wayne County, 7.5% or 5 single-father households and 34.2% or 64 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 5 households (14.3%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 13 households (46.4%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (6.1%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 5 (14.3%) | 49 (38.9%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (46.4%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5 (7.5%) | 64 (34.2%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Wayne County
The poverty data for Wayne County shows that 75 of the married-couple family households (5.4%) and 69 of the single-parent households (27.2%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 29 households (18.1%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 13 household (44.8%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 34 (3.9%) | 2 (3.1%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 5 (1.7%) | 54 (33.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 29 (18.1%) | 13 (44.8%) |
| 5 or more Children | 7 (12.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 75 (5.4%) | 69 (27.2%) |
Employment Characteristics in Wayne County
Employment by Class of Employer in Wayne County
Among the 2,827 employed individuals in Wayne County, private company employees (1,622 | 57.4%), self-employed (not incorporated) (347 | 12.3%), and local government employees (307 | 10.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 1,622 | 57.4% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 161 | 5.7% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 347 | 12.3% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 246 | 8.7% |
| Local Government Employees | 307 | 10.9% |
| State Government Employees | 98 | 3.5% |
| Federal Government Employees | 43 | 1.5% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 3 | 0.1% |
| Total | 2,827 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Wayne County
According to the labor force statistics for Wayne County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (4,993), 58.2% or 2,906 individuals are in the labor force, with 1.6% or 46 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 88.6% or 296 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 7.8% or 10 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 128 (39.1%) | 10 (7.8%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 227 (70.7%) | 10 (4.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 268 (78.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 296 (88.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 539 (83.7%) | 6 (1.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 537 (79.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 378 (71.2%) | 7 (1.9%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 238 (56.9%) | 11 (4.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 225 (31.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 69 (10.1%) | 2 (2.9%) |
| Total | 2,906 (58.2%) | 46 (1.6%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Wayne County
According to labor force statistics for Wayne County, 76.8% of individuals (2,257) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (2,939) are in the labor force, with 1.1% or 25 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 91.9% or 432 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 1.4% or 11 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 197 (58.8%) | 3 (1.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 798 (74.4%) | 15 (1.4%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 829 (78.1%) | 6 (0.6%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 432 (91.9%) | 7 (1.4%) |
| Total | 2,257 (76.8%) | 32 (1.1%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Wayne County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Wayne County are Management (323 | 11.3%), Community & Social Service (242 | 8.5%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (173 | 6.0%), Education Instruction & Library (166 | 5.8%), and Health Technologists (128 | 4.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Wayne County, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (83.3%), Management (73.1%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (66.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), and Education Instruction & Library (85.5%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 236 (73.1%) | 87 (26.9%) |
| Business & Financial | 18 (30.5%) | 41 (69.5%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 36 (66.7%) | 18 (33.3%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 10 (83.3%) | 2 (16.7%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 13 (61.9%) | 8 (38.1%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 13 (61.9%) | 8 (38.1%) |
| Community & Social Service | 45 (18.6%) | 197 (81.4%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 21 (40.4%) | 31 (59.6%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (100.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 24 (14.5%) | 142 (85.5%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 0 (0.0%) | 16 (100.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 26 (15.0%) | 147 (85.0%) |
| Health Technologists | 25 (19.5%) | 103 (80.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 361 (42.4%) | 490 (57.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,566 (54.8%) | 1,293 (45.2%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Wayne County are Food Preparation & Serving (119 | 4.2%), Personal Care & Service (103 | 3.6%), Cleaning & Maintenance (86 | 3.0%), Healthcare Support (50 | 1.8%), and Security & Protection (14 | 0.5%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Wayne County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (72.7%), Security & Protection (57.1%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (47.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Personal Care & Service (69.9%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 50 (100.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 8 (57.1%) | 6 (42.9%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (100.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 8 (72.7%) | 3 (27.3%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 36 (30.2%) | 83 (69.8%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 41 (47.7%) | 45 (52.3%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 31 (30.1%) | 72 (69.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 116 (31.2%) | 256 (68.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,566 (54.8%) | 1,293 (45.2%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Wayne County are Office & Administration (279 | 9.8%), and Sales & Related (148 | 5.2%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 37 (25.0%) | 111 (75.0%) |
| Office & Administration | 25 (9.0%) | 254 (91.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 62 (14.5%) | 365 (85.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,566 (54.8%) | 1,293 (45.2%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Wayne County are Construction & Extraction (251 | 8.8%), Farming, Fishing & Forestry (137 | 4.8%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (118 | 4.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 81 (59.1%) | 56 (40.9%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 247 (98.4%) | 4 (1.6%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 118 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 446 (88.1%) | 60 (11.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,566 (54.8%) | 1,293 (45.2%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Wayne County are Production (299 | 10.5%), Material Moving (213 | 7.4%), and Transportation (191 | 6.7%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 245 (81.9%) | 54 (18.1%) |
| Transportation | 178 (93.2%) | 13 (6.8%) |
| Material Moving | 158 (74.2%) | 55 (25.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 581 (82.7%) | 122 (17.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,566 (54.8%) | 1,293 (45.2%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Wayne County
Employment Industries in Wayne County
The major employment industries in Wayne County include Manufacturing (445 | 15.6%), Retail Trade (402 | 14.1%), Health Care & Social Assistance (348 | 12.2%), Construction (324 | 11.3%), and Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (316 | 11.1%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Wayne County
The Wayne County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Utilities (100.0%), and Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (100.0%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (90.8%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 215 (68.0%) | 101 (32.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 11 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 317 (97.8%) | 7 (2.2%) |
| Manufacturing | 339 (76.2%) | 106 (23.8%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 40 (56.3%) | 31 (43.7%) |
| Retail Trade | 193 (48.0%) | 209 (52.0%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 135 (74.6%) | 46 (25.4%) |
| Utilities | 22 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (100.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 14 (31.8%) | 30 (68.2%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 12 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 15 (29.4%) | 36 (70.6%) |
| Enterprise Management | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 14 (36.8%) | 24 (63.2%) |
| Educational Services | 47 (21.8%) | 169 (78.2%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 32 (9.2%) | 316 (90.8%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 0 (0.0%) | 22 (100.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 41 (43.2%) | 54 (56.8%) |
| Public Administration | 44 (35.2%) | 81 (64.8%) |
| Total | 1,566 (54.8%) | 1,293 (45.2%) |
Education in Wayne County
School Enrollment in Wayne County
The most common levels of schooling among the 1,386 students in Wayne County are elementary school (390 | 28.1%), middle school (348 | 25.1%), and high school (278 | 20.1%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 100 | 7.2% |
| Kindergarten | 114 | 8.2% |
| Elementary School | 390 | 28.1% |
| Middle School | 348 | 25.1% |
| High School | 278 | 20.1% |
| College / Undergraduate | 137 | 9.9% |
| Graduate / Professional | 19 | 1.4% |
| Total | 1,386 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Wayne County
Out of a total of 1,386 students who are enrolled in schools in Wayne County, 286 (20.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,100 (79.4%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 12 (80.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 51 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 77 (91.7%) | 7 (8.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 301 (64.6%) | 165 (35.4%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 337 (83.4%) | 67 (16.6%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 228 (94.6%) | 13 (5.4%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 51 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 59 (75.6%) | 19 (24.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 3 (20.0%) | 12 (80.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 44 (93.6%) | 3 (6.4%) |
| Total | 1,100 (79.4%) | 286 (20.6%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Wayne County
Education (223 | 32.6%), bio, nature & agricultural (81 | 11.8%), liberal arts & history (76 | 11.1%), science & technology (64 | 9.3%), and business (62 | 9.0%) are the most common fields of study among 685 individuals in Wayne County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 2 | 0.3% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 81 | 11.8% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 26 | 3.8% |
| Psychology | 11 | 1.6% |
| Social Sciences | 54 | 7.9% |
| Engineering | 26 | 3.8% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 13 | 1.9% |
| Science & Technology | 64 | 9.3% |
| Business | 62 | 9.0% |
| Education | 223 | 32.6% |
| Literature & Languages | 12 | 1.8% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 76 | 11.1% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 1 | 0.2% |
| Communications | 1 | 0.2% |
| Arts & Humanities | 33 | 4.8% |
| Total | 685 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Wayne County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Wayne County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Wayne County are males with 2 vehicles (465, accounting for 30.1%) and females with 2 vehicles (397, making up 36.3%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 156 (10.1%) | 35 (2.7%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 195 (12.6%) | 272 (21.2%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 465 (30.1%) | 397 (31.0%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 284 (18.4%) | 241 (18.8%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 310 (20.1%) | 229 (17.9%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 134 (8.7%) | 108 (8.4%) |
| Total | 1,544 (100.0%) | 1,282 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Wayne County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Wayne County are 5 to 9 minutes (570 commuters, 21.2%), 20 to 24 minutes (364 commuters, 13.6%), and less than 5 minutes (298 commuters, 11.1%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 298 | 11.1% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 570 | 21.2% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 273 | 10.2% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 256 | 9.5% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 364 | 13.6% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 144 | 5.4% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 258 | 9.6% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 33 | 1.2% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 72 | 2.7% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 128 | 4.8% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 152 | 5.7% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 136 | 5.1% |
Commute Time by Sex in Wayne County
The most common commute times in Wayne County are 20 to 24 minutes (223 commuters, 15.2%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (354 commuters, 29.0%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 179 (12.2%) | 119 (9.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 216 (14.8%) | 354 (29.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 155 (10.6%) | 118 (9.7%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 120 (8.2%) | 136 (11.1%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 223 (15.2%) | 141 (11.6%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 84 (5.7%) | 60 (4.9%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 161 (11.0%) | 97 (7.9%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 10 (0.7%) | 23 (1.9%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 51 (3.5%) | 21 (1.7%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 89 (6.1%) | 39 (3.2%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 86 (5.9%) | 66 (5.4%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 89 (6.1%) | 47 (3.8%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Wayne County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Wayne County are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (216, 14.8%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (216, 17.7%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 110 (7.5%) | 35 (2.9%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 66 (4.5%) | 55 (4.5%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 114 (7.8%) | 56 (4.6%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 185 (12.7%) | 90 (7.4%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 216 (14.8%) | 118 (9.7%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 184 (12.6%) | 200 (16.4%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 161 (11.0%) | 216 (17.7%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 111 (7.6%) | 98 (8.0%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 9 (0.6%) | 35 (2.9%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 54 (3.7%) | 63 (5.2%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 7 (0.5%) | 9 (0.7%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (1.0%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 98 (6.7%) | 134 (11.0%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 148 (10.1%) | 100 (8.2%) |
| Total | 1,463 (100.0%) | 1,221 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Wayne County
Occupancy by Ownership in Wayne County
Of the total 2,531 dwellings in Wayne County, owner-occupied units account for 2,021 (79.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 510 (20.2%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 2,021 | 79.8% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 510 | 20.2% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 2,531 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Wayne County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 790 | 31.2% |
| 2-Person Household | 970 | 38.3% |
| 3-Person Household | 232 | 9.2% |
| 4+ Person Household | 539 | 21.3% |
| Total Housing Units | 2,531 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Wayne County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 560 (70.9%) | 230 (29.1%) |
| 2-Person Household | 875 (90.2%) | 95 (9.8%) |
| 3-Person Household | 136 (58.6%) | 96 (41.4%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 450 (83.5%) | 89 (16.5%) |
| Total Housing Units | 2,021 (79.8%) | 510 (20.2%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Wayne County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 213 (85.5%) | 36 (14.5%) |
| High School Diploma | 779 (82.6%) | 164 (17.4%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 697 (74.7%) | 236 (25.3%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 332 (81.8%) | 74 (18.2%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Wayne County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 420 | 16.6% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 331 | 13.1% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 335 | 13.2% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 553 | 21.8% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 441 | 17.4% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 316 | 12.5% |
| 85 Years and Over | 135 | 5.3% |
| Total | 2,531 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Wayne County
Median Income by Occupancy in Wayne County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 2,021 (79.8%) | $67,429 |
| Renter-Occupied | 510 (20.2%) | $33,939 |
| Average | 2,531 (100.0%) | $58,257 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Wayne County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 26 (1.3%) | 15 (2.9%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 31 (1.5%) | 4 (0.8%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 62 (3.1%) | 54 (10.6%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 46 (2.3%) | 55 (10.8%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 69 (3.4%) | 70 (13.7%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 153 (7.6%) | 71 (13.9%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 371 (18.4%) | 80 (15.7%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 355 (17.6%) | 121 (23.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 407 (20.1%) | 16 (3.1%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 345 (17.1%) | 19 (3.7%) |
| $150,000 or more | 156 (7.7%) | 5 (1.0%) |
| Total | 2,021 (100.0%) | 510 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Wayne County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 160 (7.9%) | 30 (5.9%) |
| $300 to $499 | 384 (19.0%) | 60 (11.8%) |
| $500 to $799 | 596 (29.5%) | 207 (40.6%) |
| $800 to $999 | 284 (14.1%) | 76 (14.9%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 335 (16.6%) | 32 (6.3%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 127 (6.3%) | 4 (0.8%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 53 (2.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 28 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 54 (2.7%) | 2 (0.4%) |
| Total | 2,021 (100.0%) | 510 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Wayne County
Housing Structures in Wayne County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 2,119 | 83.7% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 11 | 0.4% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 68 | 2.7% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 117 | 4.6% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 11 | 0.4% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 5 | 0.2% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 200 | 7.9% |
| Total | 2,531 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Wayne County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,841 (86.9%) | 278 (13.1%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 6 (54.5%) | 5 (45.5%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 68 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 117 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 1 (20.0%) | 4 (80.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 173 (86.5%) | 27 (13.5%) |
| Total | 2,021 (79.8%) | 510 (20.2%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Wayne County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (0.6%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 77 (3.8%) | 134 (26.3%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 586 (29.0%) | 244 (47.8%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 805 (39.8%) | 74 (14.5%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 553 (27.4%) | 55 (10.8%) |
| Total | 2,021 (100.0%) | 510 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Wayne County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 690 (34.1%) | 157 (30.8%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 675 (33.4%) | 81 (15.9%) |
| Electricity | 462 (22.9%) | 250 (49.0%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 8 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 1 (0.1%) | 9 (1.8%) |
| All other Fuels | 185 (9.1%) | 13 (2.5%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,021 (100.0%) | 510 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Wayne County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 139 (6.9%) | 50 (9.8%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 456 (22.6%) | 204 (40.0%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 683 (33.8%) | 188 (36.9%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 743 (36.8%) | 68 (13.3%) |
| Total | 2,021 (100.0%) | 510 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Wayne County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Wayne County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 1,106 | 915 |
| Median Property Value | $96,000 | $102,400 |
| Median Household Income | $52,661 | $76 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $509 | $52 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,274 | $5 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Wayne County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 242 (21.9%) | 151 (16.5%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 338 (30.6%) | 295 (32.2%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 387 (35.0%) | 375 (41.0%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 47 (4.3%) | 65 (7.1%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 49 (4.4%) | 9 (1.0%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 35 (3.2%) | 10 (1.1%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 8 (0.7%) | 10 (1.1%) |
| Total | 1,106 (100.0%) | 915 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Wayne County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 45 (4.1%) | 13 (1.4%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 137 (12.4%) | 12 (1.3%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 89 (8.1%) | 40 (4.4%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 267 (24.1%) | 64 (7.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 147 (13.3%) | 104 (11.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 199 (18.0%) | 208 (22.7%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 142 (12.8%) | 208 (22.7%) |
| $150,000 or more | 80 (7.2%) | 203 (22.2%) |
| Total | 1,106 (100.0%) | 915 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Wayne County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 634 (57.3%) | 78,844 (8,616.8%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 162 (14.6%) | 580 (63.4%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 68 (6.1%) | 137 (15.0%) |
| 4.0x or more | 242 (21.9%) | 58 (6.3%) |
| Total | 1,106 (100.0%) | 915 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Wayne County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 329 (29.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 305 (27.6%) | 158 (17.3%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 455 (41.1%) | 286 (31.3%) |
| Total | 1,106 (100.0%) | 915 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Wayne County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Wayne County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 438 (78.1%) | 123 (21.9%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,025 (83.1%) | 208 (16.9%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 271 (66.7%) | 135 (33.3%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 512 (85.5%) | 87 (14.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 517 (81.4%) | 118 (18.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 638 (95.2%) | 32 (4.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 928 (97.9%) | 20 (2.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 698 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 624 (99.2%) | 5 (0.8%) |
| Total | 5,651 (88.6%) | 728 (11.4%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Wayne County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 438 (78.1%) | 123 (21.9%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 1,025 (83.1%) | 208 (16.9%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 271 (66.7%) | 135 (33.3%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Wayne County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 701 (96.3%) | 27 (3.7%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 1,222 (90.6%) | 126 (9.3%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,094 (84.4%) | 202 (15.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,204 (93.1%) | 89 (6.9%) |
| $100,000 and over | 1,421 (83.3%) | 284 (16.7%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Wayne County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 268 (47.8%) | 251 (44.7%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 526 (42.7%) | 658 (53.4%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 75 (18.5%) | 203 (50.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 159 (26.5%) | 397 (66.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 103 (16.2%) | 420 (66.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 152 (22.7%) | 512 (76.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 270 (28.5%) | 706 (74.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 677 (97.0%) | 437 (62.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 618 (98.3%) | 426 (67.7%) |
| Total | 2,848 (44.7%) | 4,010 (62.9%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Wayne County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 17 (2.8%) | 11 (1.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 20 (3.7%) | 37 (6.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 209 (17.6%) | 143 (13.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 138 (37.0%) | 77 (23.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 110 (41.0%) | 132 (36.6%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Wayne County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (1.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 5 (0.9%) | 6 (1.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 63 (5.3%) | 21 (2.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 90 (24.1%) | 4 (1.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 76 (28.4%) | 33 (9.1%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 6 (1.0%) | 1 (0.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 1 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 27 (2.3%) | 17 (1.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 42 (11.3%) | 28 (8.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 12 (4.5%) | 28 (7.8%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 11 (1.8%) | 2 (0.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 12 (2.2%) | 29 (5.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 79 (6.7%) | 54 (5.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 24 (6.4%) | 28 (8.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 6 (2.2%) | 29 (8.0%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 135 (11.4%) | 94 (8.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 64 (17.2%) | 68 (20.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 55 (20.5%) | 122 (33.8%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 17 (1.4%) | 64 (6.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 22 (5.9%) | 4 (1.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 13 (4.9%) | 43 (11.9%) |
Technology Access in Wayne County
Computing Device Access in Wayne County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 1,641 | 64.8% |
| Smartphone | 1,883 | 74.4% |
| Tablet | 1,278 | 50.5% |
| No Computing Device | 379 | 15.0% |
| Total | 2,531 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Wayne County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 14 | 0.5% |
| Broadband Home | 1,326 | 52.4% |
| Cellular Data Only | 396 | 15.7% |
| Satellite Internet | 282 | 11.1% |
| No Internet | 589 | 23.3% |
| Total | 2,531 | 100.0% |
Wayne County Summary
Wayne County, Iowa is located in the southeastern corner of the state and is bordered by Appanoose, Davis, Jefferson, Lucas, Marion, Monroe, and Van Buren counties. The county seat is Corydon, and the largest city is Allerton. The county was established in 1846 and named after General Anthony Wayne. As of the 2010 census, the population was 6,817, making it the second least populous county in Iowa.
Geography
Wayne County is located in the southeastern corner of Iowa and is bordered by Appanoose, Davis, Jefferson, Lucas, Marion, Monroe, and Van Buren counties. The county has a total area of 576 square miles, of which 575 square miles is land and 1 square mile is water. The terrain is mostly rolling hills and valleys, with the highest point being in the northwest corner of the county at 1,068 feet above sea level. The county is drained by the Chariton River, which flows through the center of the county.
Climate
Wayne County has a humid continental climate, with hot, humid summers and cold, dry winters. The average annual temperature is 50°F, with an average high of 68°F in July and an average low of 32°F in January. The average annual precipitation is 36 inches, with the most occurring in May and June.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 6,817 people, 2,717 households, and 1,845 families residing in the county. The population density was 12 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was 97.3% White, 0.3% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 1.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.7% of the population.
The median income for a household in the county was $37,917, and the median income for a family was $45,938. The per capita income for the county was $18,845. About 11.2% of families and 14.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 19.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.
Economy
The economy of Wayne County is largely based on agriculture. The county is home to several large farms, as well as smaller family farms. The main crops grown in the county are corn, soybeans, and hay. Livestock production is also important, with beef cattle, hogs, and sheep being raised in the county.
In addition to agriculture, Wayne County also has a number of small businesses, including retail stores, restaurants, and service providers. The county is also home to a number of manufacturing companies, including a furniture factory, a plastics factory, and a metal fabrication plant.
The county is served by two school districts, the Wayne Community School District and the Seymour Community School District. The county also has a number of churches, as well as a library and a museum.
Conclusion
Wayne County, Iowa is a rural county located in the southeastern corner of the state. The county has a population of 6,817, and the economy is largely based on agriculture. The county is home to several large farms, as well as smaller family farms, and is also home to a number of small businesses, manufacturing companies, churches, a library, and a museum.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Wayne County?
Total Population of Wayne County is 6,484.
What is the Total Male Population of Wayne County?
Total Male Population of Wayne County is 3,238.
What is the Total Female Population of Wayne County?
Total Female Population of Wayne County is 3,246.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Wayne County?
There are 99.75 Males per 100 Females in Wayne County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Wayne County?
There are 100.25 Females per 100 Males in Wayne County.
What is the Median Population Age in Wayne County?
Median Population Age in Wayne County is 41.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Wayne County
Average Family Size in Wayne County is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Wayne County
Average Household Size in Wayne County is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Wayne County?
Per Capita income in Wayne County is $32,524.
What is the Median Family Income in Wayne County?
Median Family Income in Wayne County is $77,570.
What is the Median Household income in Wayne County?
Median Household Income in Wayne County is $58,257.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Wayne County?
Income or Wage Gap in Wayne County is 29.6%.
Women in Wayne County earn 70.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Wayne County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Wayne County is 0.46.
How Large is the Labor Force in Wayne County?
There are 2,906 People in the Labor Forcein in Wayne County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Wayne County?
58.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Wayne County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Wayne County?
Unemployment Rate in Wayne County is 1.6%.