Bachelor's+
1.3%
96% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$606
48% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
41.2%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
6.4%
48% lower than US avg
How Wayland Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population489
Median Age45.1 yrs
Density730/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans3.9%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$24,756
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.4%
Commute25 min
Housing
Home ValueN/A
Rent$606
Ownership87.4%
Zillow$212,568
Rent Burden17.5%
Health
Obesity41.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.0%
Heart Disease6.6%
Education
F
Bachelor's+1.3%
High School+92.4%
School Score5.51
Community
2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute25 min
Broadband42.2%
Is Wayland a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Wayland receives an overall livability score of 1.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Wayland faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
Renters pay a median of $606 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.
Education
1.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Wayland has a population of 489 with a density of 730 people per square mile. The median age is 45.1 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
45.1yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Wayland is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 6.4% |
| 48% below US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 25.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 95.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
Monthly rent averages $606 (48% below US avg). 87.4% of homes are owner-occupied. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $212,568.
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $606 |
| 48% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 17.5% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $732 |
| 1 Bedroom | $775 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $970 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,265 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,457 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 87.4% |
| Owner-Occupied | 87.4% |
Property Tax
In Wayland, 41.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.0% report depression. 32.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Wayland vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 41.2% |
| 28% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.3% |
| Heart Disease | 6.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.5% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 9.1% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 32.7% |
| Depression | 27.0% |
| Mental Distress | 20.6% |
| Physical Distress | 15.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 86.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.4% |
Food & Exercise
Crime Rates: Wayland vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 730/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.3945°N, 91.5832°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |