Kentucky
Wayland is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 360. Residents earn $31,042 per year, which is 59% below the national average.
Based on current data, Wayland receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Wayland has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Wayland is $31,042, 59% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 46.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
The median home value in Wayland is $21,800, 92% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,047 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Violent crime in Wayland is below the national average at 244 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 244 per 100,000, 88% below the national average.
5.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 68.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Wayland experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $31,042 |
| 59% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $16,280 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $912 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $50,428 |
| Unemployment | 3.2% |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 46.9% |
| 278% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,160 |
| County GDP | $1,403M |
| Restaurants | 43 |
| Healthcare | 139 |
| Retail | 145 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,235 |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 19.43% |
| Commute Time | 21.9 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
| Census Median | $21,800 |
| 92% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $49,564 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,047 |
| 10% below US avg |
| Studio | $719 |
| 1 Bedroom | $794 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $984 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,277 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,442 |
| Owner-Occupied | 63.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,235 |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 19.43% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.7% |
| Premature Death | 19,361/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 26.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 139 |
| Total Violent | 243.9/100K |
| 36% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 243.9/100K |
| Total Property | 243.9/100K |
| 88% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 0.0/100K |
| Theft | 243.9/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 11 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 53.9°F |
| 0% below US avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 50.6 inches |
| 33% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 892 ft (272 m) |
| Area | 2.7 sq mi (7.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 133/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.4559°N, 82.8026°W |
| County FIPS | 21071 |
Winner: Republican by 59.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 5.5% |
| 84% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 68.2% |
| School Test Score | 5.50 |
| RUCC Code 7 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K |
| Population Density | 133/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.7 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 139 |
| Restaurants | 43 |
| Retail Stores | 145 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 11 |
| Avg Commute | 21.9 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |