Median Income
$67,574
10% lower than US avg
Home Value
$204,200
28% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
16.5%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,158
0% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment
10.3%
186% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.0%
60% lower than US avg
How Wade Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population565
Median Age43.1 yrs
Density323/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans13.4%
Economy
B
Median Income$67,574
Per Capita$40,090
Unemployment10.3%
Poverty5.0%
County GDP$24,445M
Commute30 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$204,200
Rent$1,158
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$294,992
Rent Burden51.0%
Health
Obesity37.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.1%
Heart Disease5.7%
Climate
Avg Temp62°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain47.9 in/yr
Elevation136 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+16.5%
High School+93.0%
School Score5.46
Community
2024 VoteR 43% / D 56%
Commute30 min
Broadband74.7%
Libraries8
Is Wade a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Wade receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Wade offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Wade is $67,574, 10% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.3%, unemployment is notably high. Only 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Wade is $204,200, 28% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,158 per month. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
16.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Wade enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Wade has a population of 565 with a density of 323 people per square mile. The median age is 43.1 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.4%), with 11.2% Black.
Population
43.1yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.3% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.7% |
| 80% below US avg |
The median household income in Wade is $67,574, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $67,574 |
| 10% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $40,090 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,073 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $58,191 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 10.3% |
| 186% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.0% |
| 60% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 7,402 |
| County GDP | $24,445M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 758 |
| Healthcare | 805 |
| Retail | 1,077 |
| Manufacturing | 95 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,018 |
| 15% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.97% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 29.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 83.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 8.4% |
The median home value in Wade is $204,200, 28% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,158 (0% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $294,992.
Home Values
| Census Median | $204,200 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $294,992 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,158 |
| 0% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 51.0% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,018 |
| 15% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.97% |
In Wade, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.1% report depression. 22.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Wade vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.6% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.5% |
| Asthma | 11.2% |
| COPD | 6.5% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.1% |
| Depression | 27.1% |
| Mental Distress | 18.2% |
| Physical Distress | 12.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 78.5% |
| Premature Death | 12,884/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 87.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 805 |
Crime Rates: Wade vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 40 |
Safety Score
Wade has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Temperature
43°F Jan (6°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 61.9°F |
| 15% above US avg |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 47.9 inches |
| 26% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 1.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 136 ft (41 m) |
| Area | 1.8 sq mi (4.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 323/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.1634°N, 78.7397°W |
| County FIPS | 37051 |