Median Income
$71,797
4% lower than US avg
Home Value
$201,200
29% lower than US avg
Violent Crime
368/100K
3% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
25.6%
24% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,085
7% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.4%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
10.3%
17% lower than US avg
How Wayland Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population4,430
Median Age34.2 yrs
Density1,497/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Economy
A
Median Income$71,797
Per Capita$35,170
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty10.3%
County GDP$2,346M
Commute24 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$201,200
Rent$1,085
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$328,791
Crime
F
Violent368/100K
Property1,374/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault196/100K
Burglary221/100K
Health
Obesity36.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.5%
Heart Disease5.9%
Climate
Avg Temp47°F
AQI38 (Good)
Elevation773 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+25.6%
High School+95.0%
School Score5.23
Community
2024 VoteR 66% / D 32%
Commute24 min
EV Stations8
Libraries7
Is Wayland a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Wayland receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Wayland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Wayland is $71,797, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. 10.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Wayland is $201,200, 29% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,085 per month. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Safety & Crime
Violent crime in Wayland is below the national average at 368 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,374 per 100,000, 30% below the national average.
Education
25.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.
Climate & Weather
Wayland experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Wayland has a population of 4,430 with a density of 1,497 people per square mile. The median age is 34.2 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.9%), with 2.4% Hispanic, 3% Black.
Population
34.2yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.5% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.5% |
| 81% below US avg |
The median household income in Wayland is $71,797, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $71,797 |
| 4% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $35,170 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $966 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $75,726 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.0% |
| 44% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 10.3% |
| 17% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,064 |
| County GDP | $2,346M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 76 |
| Healthcare | 91 |
| Retail | 128 |
| Manufacturing | 60 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,128 |
| 75% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.05% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.6 min |
| Work from Home | 6.5% |
The median home value in Wayland is $201,200, 29% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,085 (7% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $328,791.
Home Values
| Census Median | $201,200 |
| 29% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $328,791 |
| Median List Price | $181,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $181,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $170 |
| Homes Sold | 4 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.8% |
| Price Drops | 66.7% |
| Inventory | 3 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,085 |
| 7% below US avg |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,488 |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $807 |
| 1 Bedroom | $891 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,113 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,419 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,128 |
| 75% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.05% |
In Wayland, 36.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.5% report depression. 25.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Wayland vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.4% |
| 13% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.0% |
| Heart Disease | 5.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.0% |
| Asthma | 11.8% |
| COPD | 8.0% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.7% |
| Depression | 28.5% |
| Mental Distress | 19.9% |
| Physical Distress | 14.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 90.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.9% |
| Premature Death | 6,873/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 58.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 91 |
Wayland has a violent crime rate of 368 per 100,000 residents, 3% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,374 per 100,000 (30% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.
Crime Rates: Wayland vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
| Total Violent | 367.9/100K |
| 3% below US avg |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg |
| Rape | 171.7/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 196.2/100K |
Property Crime
| Total Property | 1,373.6/100K |
| 30% below US avg |
| Burglary | 220.8/100K |
| Theft | 1,079.2/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 73.6/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 11 |
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
Wayland has an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
23°F Jan (-5°C)
70°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 47.4°F |
| 12% below US avg |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 773 ft (236 m) |
| Area | 3.0 sq mi (7.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,497/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.6731°N, 85.6417°W |
| County FIPS | 26015 |