Lake Waynoka, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Lake Waynoka is a small town in Ohio with a population of 1,041. Residents earn $86,907 per year, which is 16% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
1,041 Population 244/sq mi density
$86,907 Median Income $40,937 per capita
$225,400 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$86,907 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$225,400 home value
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $86,907
16% higher than US avg
Home Value $225,400
20% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.5%
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.2%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Lake Waynoka Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,041
Median Age55.2 yrs
Density244/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

A+
Median Income$86,907
Per Capita$40,937
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,207M
Commute51 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$225,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.9%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain47.9 in/yr
Elevation1,005 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.5%
High School+97.1%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute51 min
Libraries7

Is Lake Waynoka a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lake Waynoka receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. Lake Waynoka stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lake Waynoka is $86,907, 16% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 51 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lake Waynoka is $225,400, 20% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

25.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Lake Waynoka experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.9 inches, including 17.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Lake Waynoka has a population of 1,041 with a density of 244 people per square mile. The median age is 55.2 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.7%), with 1.8% Black.

Population

1,041
Total Population
244
People / sq mi
55.2yrs
Median Age
42% above US avg
4.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Lake Waynoka vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lake Waynoka vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lake Waynoka is $86,907, which is 16% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 51 minutes.

Income: Lake Waynoka vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$86,907
16% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,937
Avg Weekly Wage$842
IRS Avg AGI$58,306

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)764
County GDP$1,207M

Business (County)

Restaurants55
Healthcare78
Retail103
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,168
9% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time50.6 min
Work from Home13.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Lake Waynoka is $225,400, 20% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$225,400
20% below US avg
Median List Price$379,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$379,900
$/Sq Ft$165
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio83.2%
Price Drops5.6%
Inventory18

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$873
2 Bedrooms$1,092
3 Bedrooms$1,388
4 Bedrooms$1,550

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied97.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,168
9% below US avg
Effective Rate1.41%
In Lake Waynoka, 39.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.9% report depression. 29.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Lake Waynoka vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.2%
22% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure34.4%
Asthma11.3%
COPD7.3%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity29.0%
Depression27.9%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress13.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.6%
Checkup Rate77.8%
Premature Death12,369/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access39.9%
Healthcare Facilities78

Crime Rates: Lake Waynoka vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Lake Waynoka has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.6°F
4% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.9 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall17.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,005 ft (306 m)
Area4.3 sq mi (11.1 km²)
Population Density244/sq mi
Coordinates38.9400°N, 83.7807°W
County FIPS39015
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 25.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (24% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.5%
D 19%

Winner: Republican by 61.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.5%
24% below US avg
High School+97.1%
School Test Score5.90
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density244/sq mi
Total Area4.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities78
Restaurants55
Retail Stores103

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute50.6 min
Work from Home13.3%

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