Median Income
$66,250
12% lower than US avg
Home Value
$166,800
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
23.0%
32% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$837
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.4%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
11.5%
7% lower than US avg
How Wakefield Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,031
Median Age41.9 yrs
Density2,062/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Economy
A
Median Income$66,250
Per Capita$37,572
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty11.5%
County GDP$352M
Commute31 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$166,800
Rent$837
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$228,188
Health
Obesity39.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease5.6%
Climate
Avg Temp54°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain31.9 in/yr
Elevation1,261 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+23.0%
High School+96.5%
School Score5.80
Community
2024 VoteR 77% / D 21%
Commute31 min
Libraries3
Is Wakefield a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Wakefield receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Wakefield offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Wakefield is $66,250, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. 11.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Wakefield is $166,800, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $837 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
23.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Wakefield experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.9 inches, including 10.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Wakefield has a population of 1,031 with a density of 2,062 people per square mile. The median age is 41.9 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.6%), with 6% Hispanic.
Population
41.9yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Wakefield vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.5% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.5% |
| 96% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Wakefield vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Wakefield is $66,250, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Income: Wakefield vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $66,250 |
| 12% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $37,572 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $772 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $61,464 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.3% |
| 64% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 11.5% |
| 7% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 284 |
| County GDP | $352M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 17 |
| Healthcare | 24 |
| Retail | 42 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,450 |
| 1% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.07% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 30.9 min |
| Work from Home | 9.3% |
The median home value in Wakefield is $166,800, 41% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $837 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $228,188.
Home Values
| Census Median | $166,800 |
| 41% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $228,188 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $837 |
| 28% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,450 |
| 1% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.07% |
In Wakefield, 39.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.8% report depression. 25.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Wakefield vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.4% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.8% |
| Asthma | 10.6% |
| COPD | 6.6% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.1% |
| Depression | 23.8% |
| Mental Distress | 18.1% |
| Physical Distress | 12.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.2% |
| Premature Death | 6,001/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 56.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 24 |
Crime Rates: Wakefield vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
Safety Score
Wakefield has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
28°F Jan (-2°C)
80°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 54.3°F |
| 1% above US avg |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 31.9 inches |
| 16% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 10.8 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,261 ft (384 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,062/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.2164°N, 97.0188°W |
| County FIPS | 20027 |