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Waymart, PA

Pennsylvania · Wayne County

Waymart is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,198. Residents earn $54,318 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,198 Population 445/sq mi density
$54,318 Median Income $25,555 per capita
$187,300 Home Value $273,242 Zillow
$700 Median Rent 25.4% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$54,318 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$187,300 home value, $700/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $54,318
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $187,300
34% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.4%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $700
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.2%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.8%
13% lower than US avg

How Waymart Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,198
Median Age37.8 yrs
Density445/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans12.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$54,318
Per Capita$25,555
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty10.8%
County GDP$2,652M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$187,300
Rent$700
Ownership56.6%
Zillow$273,242
Housing Units492
Rent Burden25.4%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property311/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity36.2%
Smoking26.9%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain51.4 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation1,397 ft (426 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.4%
High School+89.9%
Graduate+4.2%
School Score6.58

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute24 min
Broadband76.9%
EV Stations1
Libraries7

Is Waymart a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Waymart receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Waymart offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Waymart is $54,318, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. 10.8% 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 Waymart is $187,300, 34% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $700 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Waymart is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 311 per 100,000, 84% below the national average.

Education

12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.6/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Waymart has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.4 inches, including 69.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Waymart has a population of 1,198 with a density of 445 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles. The median age is 37.8 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 56.1% female and 43.9% male. The city is predominantly White (88.3%), with 4.1% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.9% of residents. 12.2% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 16.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 94.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,198
Total Population
445
People / sq mi
37.8yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.9%
Female 56.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Waymart vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 95.9%
22% above US avg
Spanish 4.1%
69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Waymart vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Waymart is $54,318, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,555 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,017, 29% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 1,445 business establishments, including 164 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.6, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes. 3.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Waymart vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,318
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,555
Avg Weekly Wage$1,017
IRS Avg AGI$70,718
Gini Index0.422 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.8%
13% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,445
County GDP$2,652M

Business (County)

Restaurants164
Healthcare133
Retail199
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,971
99% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.3 min
Drive Alone76.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Waymart is $187,300, 34% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $273,242, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $700 (40% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $996 for a one-bedroom to $1,225 for a two-bedroom apartment. 56.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 492 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1971. The average annual property tax is $6,971 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 25.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$187,300
34% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$273,242

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$700
40% below US avg
Rent Burden25.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Homeownership56.6%
Owner-Occupied56.6%
Renter-Occupied43.4%
Housing Units492
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,971
99% above US avg
Effective Rate3.72%
In Waymart, 36.2% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.6% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.9% of residents, above the national average. 31.9% have high blood pressure. 26.9% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 20.1% report binge drinking. 29.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 16.7% experience frequent mental distress. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,707. The dentist ratio is 1:1,706. 60.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.6 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Waymart vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.2%
13% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure31.9%
Asthma10.6%
COPD8.2%
Cancer6.5%
Kidney Disease3.2%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking26.9%
92% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.1%
Physical Inactivity29.7%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress15.5%
Short Sleep37.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.0%
Primary Care1:2,707
Dentists1:1,706
Mental Health1:854
Checkup Rate69.3%
Dental Visits58.4%
Premature Death8,326/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access60.4%
Healthcare Facilities133
Waymart has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 0.0 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 311 per 100,000, 84% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 233, burglary at 0, vehicle theft at 78 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 6 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Waymart receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Waymart vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property311.0/100K
84% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft233.3/100K
Vehicle Theft77.8/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
Traffic Accidents29
Avg Accident Severity2.2 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Waymart has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 271 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 51.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 69.2 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 1,397 feet.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average44.1°F
18% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,397 ft (426 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density445/sq mi
Coordinates41.5864°N, 75.4037°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyWayne County County
Nearest AirportWilkes-Barre/Scranton International (AVP)
24 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 51.4"
35% above US avg
Snowfall 69.2"
Wettest Month (May) 4.33"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.83"

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score56.3 / 100
Social Vulnerability50.2 / 100
Community Resilience37.3 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Hurricane Relatively Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Very Low
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively Low
Ice Storm Relatively Low
Drought No Rating
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Relatively Low
Avalanche Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

21 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.8 on Aug 5, 2025.

Apr 5, 2024 2024 Tewksbury, New Jersey Earthquake M4.8 113 km
Jan 16, 1994 2 km W of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania M4.6 150 km
Jan 16, 1994 0 km E of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania M4.2 149 km
Jun 17, 1991 7 km NE of Worcester, New York M4.0 131 km
Apr 5, 2024 7 km WSW of Gladstone, New Jersey M3.7 114 km
Aug 26, 2003 4 km NNW of Milford, New Jersey M3.1 112 km
Aug 3, 2025 0 km W of Little Ferry, New Jersey M3.0 140 km
Feb 3, 2009 1 km ESE of Victory Gardens, New Jersey M3.0 108 km
Jan 16, 1994 0 km SSE of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania M2.9 150 km
May 24, 2024 6 km E of Califon, New Jersey M2.9 111 km
Apr 27, 2024 7 km WSW of Gladstone, New Jersey M2.9 114 km
Jun 10, 2025 10 km NW of Forksville, Pennsylvania M2.8 105 km
May 10, 1993 1 km NW of Whitfield, Pennsylvania M2.8 147 km
Aug 5, 2025 1 km N of Hillsdale, New Jersey M2.8 131 km
Apr 5, 2024 6 km ESE of Califon, New Jersey M2.6 113 km
Apr 10, 2024 5 km WSW of Gladstone, New Jersey M2.6 114 km
May 1, 2024 1 km NW of Gladstone, New Jersey M2.6 113 km
Aug 14, 2015 3 km SE of Mendham, New Jersey M2.6 116 km
Oct 27, 2001 1 km NNW of Manhattan, New York M2.6 149 km
Aug 22, 2000 2 km WSW of Brewster Hill, New York M2.6 149 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Gloria (1985, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
1985 Gloria Category 1 208 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

184 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 3 fatalities, 105 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jun 2, 1998 EF3 54 km 2
May 31, 1998 EF3 41 km 0
May 31, 1998 EF3 82 km 0
Jul 14, 1988 EF3 78 km 0
Jul 26, 1981 EF3 92 km 0
Mar 21, 1976 EF3 70 km 0
May 28, 1973 EF3 100 km 0
Apr 22, 2023 EF2 47 km 0
Apr 14, 2019 EF2 95 km 0
Jun 13, 2018 EF2 53 km 0
Feb 25, 2017 EF2 48 km 0
Jul 8, 2014 EF2 90 km 0
Jul 23, 2010 EF2 10 km 0
Jul 29, 2009 EF2 74 km 0
Jul 29, 2009 EF2 72 km 0
Dec 1, 2006 EF2 80 km 0
May 31, 1998 EF2 31 km 0
May 31, 1998 EF2 33 km 0
Nov 8, 1996 EF2 88 km 0
Jul 15, 1992 EF2 93 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1895 HIGH BRIDGE, NJ Earthquake 111 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Wildfire History

13 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: 16 MILE (7,896 ac, 2016).

Year Name Acres Distance
2016 16 MILE 7,896 48 km
2015 ROOSA GAP 2,747 82 km
2008 UNNAMED 2,224 95 km
2009 PENOBSCOT 2,091 58 km
2016 SAMS POINT FIRE-VERKEERDER FIRE 1,929 89 km
2004 CRYSTAL LAKE 1,838 60 km
2006 CHERRYTOWN FIRE 943 91 km
2020 SEVEN PINES 790 48 km
2015 RAZOR FIRE 728 93 km
2015 PIPELINE 1 666 56 km
2016 BEAR TOWN 649 48 km
2024 WHITEHOUSE 607 87 km
1999 WORTHINGTO 514 71 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 21°F (-6°C) 2.9 in Coldest
February 22°F (-5°C) 2.8 in Driest
March 32°F (-0°C) 3.2 in
April 43°F (6°C) 3.7 in
May 54°F (12°C) 4.3 in Wettest
June 62°F (17°C) 4.3 in
July 67°F (19°C) 3.9 in Warmest
August 67°F (19°C) 3.9 in
September 60°F (15°C) 3.9 in
October 49°F (9°C) 3.4 in
November 39°F (4°C) 3.9 in
December 28°F (-2°C) 3.4 in

Waymart has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 21°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (2.8").

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Waymart is located in Wayne County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 12.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 63% below the national average of 33.7%. 89.9% have completed high school. 4.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 68.2% of the vote, a 37.1-point margin. 76.9% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 7 public libraries serving the community. 133 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 76% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.2%
D 31.1%

Winner: Republican by 37.1 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
Traffic Accidents29
Avg Accident Severity2.2 / 4.0
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.4%
63% below US avg
High School+89.9%
Graduate Degree+4.2%
School Test Score6.58
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density445/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi
CountyWayne County County

Services

Broadband Access76.9%
Avg Download Speed91.8 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed15.3 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities133
Restaurants164
Retail Stores199

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.3 min
Drive Alone76.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.3%
Average costs for common services in Waymart. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $244 ($146–$390)
Specialist Visit $342 ($195–$537)
Urgent Care Visit $195 ($98–$342)
Emergency Room Visit $2,147 ($781–$4,880)
Dental Cleaning $127 ($73–$195)
Dental Filling $244 ($146–$390)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $44 ($24–$73)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $73 ($49–$117)
Brake Pad Replacement $293 ($146–$488)
Tire Rotation $39 ($20–$73)
New Tires (Set of 4) $586 ($390–$976)
Battery Replacement $195 ($98–$342)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $98 ($59–$146)
Electrician (Per Hour) $88 ($49–$137)
HVAC Repair $390 ($146–$781)
HVAC System Install $6,832 ($3,904–$11,712)
Roof Repair $976 ($390–$1,952)
Roof Replacement $8,784 ($5,368–$14,640)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,464 ($488–$3,416)
Divorce (Contested) $14,640 ($4,880–$29,280)
DUI Defense $4,880 ($1,952–$9,760)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,464 ($781–$2,928)
Will Preparation $488 ($195–$976)
Trust Preparation $2,440 ($976–$4,880)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $24 ($15–$44)
Women's Haircut $54 ($29–$98)
Hair Coloring (Full) $146 ($73–$244)
Manicure $24 ($15–$44)
Pedicure $39 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour) $78 ($49–$127)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.00 ($2.93–$5.37)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.42 ($2.44–$4.88)
Loaf of Bread $3.71 ($2.44–$5.37)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.39 ($2.93–$6.34)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.37 ($3.90–$7.32)
Rice (per lb) $0.98 ($0.59–$1.76)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $137 ($78–$244)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $68 ($29–$146)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $68 ($39–$117)
Internet (Monthly) $68 ($39–$98)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $63 ($29–$98)
Cable TV (Monthly) $83 ($49–$146)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $195 ($73–$488)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,952 ($1,171–$3,416)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $68 ($29–$127)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $15 ($7.81–$24)
Car Registration (Annual) $98 ($29–$244)
Driver's License Renewal $29 ($15–$73)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,171 ($586–$2,440)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $976 ($488–$1,952)
After-School Care (Monthly) $390 ($195–$683)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $49 ($24–$98)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $976 ($390–$2,440)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,200 ($4,880–$29,280)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $59 ($29–$98)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $98 ($49–$195)
Dog Grooming $59 ($29–$98)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $39 ($20–$73)
Dog Spay/Neuter $293 ($146–$488)
Cat Spay/Neuter $195 ($98–$390)
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Top Industries in Wayne County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 2,524 167 $56,962 1.14
Retail Trade 2,192 178 $37,801 1.42
Accommodation & Food Services 1,928 162 $30,512 1.37
Construction 1,192 176 $66,439 1.47
Other Services 802 127 $34,736 1.72
Manufacturing 658 40 $51,611 0.52
Finance & Insurance 599 62 $87,566 0.95
Administrative & Waste Services 598 78 $37,284 0.66
Professional & Technical Services 362 99 $61,334 0.34
Transportation & Warehousing 337 64 $32,173 0.51
Wholesale Trade 319 40 $67,936 0.52
Arts & Entertainment 204 40 $28,553 0.78
Real Estate 126 40 $40,643 0.52
Information & Technology 122 16 $60,300 0.42
Mining & Oil/Gas 122 14 $75,075 2.09
Management of Companies 103 9 $118,247 0.40
Educational Services 99 8 $20,451 0.31
Utilities 94 6 $108,760 1.60
Agriculture & Forestry 40 18 $34,111 0.32

Schools in Waymart

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Wilson El Sch Elementary 308 26 11.8:1
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Radio Stations near Waymart

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
WVIA-HD3 "Chiaroscuro Channel" Scranton, PA jazz, public radio AAC 128 kbps
VMFM 91.7 college, college radio AAC 64 kbps
NEPA's ESPN Radio sports AAC+ 48 kbps

Campgrounds Near Waymart

2 campgrounds found near Waymart.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Rivers Bend Group Campground 4.5/5 5 $100
Valley View Group Campground 4.0/5 5 $100

National Parks Near Waymart

57 national parks and monuments found near Waymart.

ParkTypeFee
Allamuchy Mountain State Park State Park Free
Archbald Pothole State Park State Park Free
Beltzville State Park State Park Free
Big Pocono State Park State Park Free
Bowman Lake State Park State Park Free
Buck Mountain State Park Free
Chenango Valley State Park State Park Free
Cranberry Lake State Park State Park Free
Delaware Canal State Park State Park Free
Delaware River Access State Park State Park Free
Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area National Recreation Area $10
Farny State Park State Park Free
Frances Slocum State Park State Park Free
Gilbert Lake State Park Free
Glens Natural Area State Park Free
Gouldsboro State Park State Park Free
Hacklebarney State Park State Park Free
Hickory Run Boulder Field Natural Area State Park Free
Hickory Run State Park State Park Free
High Point State Park State Park Free
Hopatcong State Park State Park Free
Kittatinny Valley State Park State Park Free
Kittatinny Valley State Park State Park Free
Lackawanna State Park State Park Free
Lake Musconetcong State Park State Park Free
Lake Superior State Park State Park Free
Lehigh Gorge State Park State Park Free
Locust Lake State Park State Park Free
Lusscroft Farm State Park State Park Free
Max V. Shaul State Park State Park Free
McEvoy Tract State Park Free
Mine Kill State Park State Park Free
Morristown National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Nescopeck State Park State Park Free
Oquaga Creek State Park State Park Free
Osmun Forest State Park Free
Palisades Interstate Park State Park Free
Paulinskill Valley Trail State Park Free
Pequest River Grny State Park Free
Pimple Hills State Park Free
Promised Land State Park State Park Free
Prompton State Park State Park Free
Recreation Area State Park Free
Ricketts Glenn State Park State Park Free
Robert V. Riddell State Park State Park Free
Salt Springs State Park State Park Free
Steamtown National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Stephens State Park State Park Free
Sussex Branch Trail State Park Free
Swartswood State Park State Park Free
Tobyhanna State Park State Park Free
Tuscarora State Park State Park Free
unknown State Park Free
Upper Delaware Scenic & Recreational River Scenic & Recreational River Free
Voorhees State Park State Park Free
Washington Rock State Park State Park Free
Wawayanda State Park State Park Free

Museums in Waymart

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
CONTEMPORARY GALLERYART MUSEUM5703486211$105,682,611
MARYWOOD UNIVERSITY ARBORETUMARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER5709614788$105,682,611
MARYWOOD UNIVERSITY ART GALLERIESART MUSEUM5703486278$105,682,611
SUCACI GALLERYART MUSEUM5703486211$105,682,611
EVERHART MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY SCIENCE & ARTNATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM5703467186$667,129
WAYNE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5702533240$120,866
GREENE-DREHER HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION$30,809
WALLENPAUPACK HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION103 MANOR WAY CT5702268980$12,530
ANTHRACITE HISTORICAL DISCOVERY CENTERHISTORIC PRESERVATION5702825595$8,189
ARCHBALD BOROUGH HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
BETHANY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
CARBONDALE HISTORICAL SOCIETY AND MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION1 N MAIN ST #35702820385
CLIFFORD TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
DORFLINGER GLASS MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM55 SUYDAM DR5702531185
DUNMORE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5705581060
EQUINUNK HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5702246722
FOREST CITY AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5707853800
JERMYN HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
LACAWAC SANCTUARYARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER94 SANCTUARY ROAD5706899494
LAKE ARIEL REGION HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
MASLOW COLLECTIONGENERAL MUSEUM2300 ADAMS AVE5703486211
SIMONS POND FOUNDATION LIBRARY AND MUSEUM OF THE ARTSART MUSEUM134 HOLGATE RD
WAYMART AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Waymart

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
CARBONDALE PUBLIC LIBRARY5 NORTH MAIN ST0.074,126
WAYNE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY1406 MAIN ST0.053,235
HAWLEY LIBRARY103 MAIN ST0.044,760
VALLEY COMMUNITY LIBRARY739 RIVER ST0.044,249
COMMUNITY LIBRARY OF LAKE & SALEM TOWNSHIPS518 EASTON TPK0.019,312
PLEASANT MOUNT PUBLIC LIBRARY375 GREAT BEND TURNPIKE0.07,030
NORTHERN WAYNE COMMUNITY LIB11 LIBRARY ROAD0.05,802
BETHANY PUBLIC LIBRARY8 COURT STREET0.03,000

Farmers Markets in Waymart

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Carbondale Farmers Market1 North Main StreetJune to OctoberTue:11:00 AM - 6:00 PM;Thu:11:00 AM - 6:00 PM;
Main Street Farmers Market1030 Main Street11/01/2019 to 12/21/2019Sat: 11:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit
Wayne County Farmers Market200 Willow Avenue05/25/2019 to 10/26/2019Sat: 9:30 AM-1:30 PM;Yes

Hotels in Waymart

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Camp Ladore
Ladore Lodge
The Lodge at Keen Lake

Restaurants in Waymart

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Waymart Hotel

Gas Stations in Waymart

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Exxon

Breweries in Waymart

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
3 Guys & A Beer'd Llc.Carbondale, PA, Beverages, Malt Beverages, Carbondale Brewers, (1),, (1), Carbondale, PA, 10 Enterprise Dr5702802739Visit
Bar At The Patch Inc TheBarbecue, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Cocktail Lounges, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Cocktail Lounge Restaura110 W Grove St5703413510
Dublin's Pub & GrillCocktail Lounges, Bars / Taverns, Scranton Bars, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Barbecue, Pub, Restaurants &501 S Main Ave5705580558
L & M TavernRestaurant, Carbondale, PA, Breweries & Brew Pubs, general contractors, plumbers, real estate devel24 S Main St5702823360
Quent's Corner PubDunmore Pa, Restaurants & Bars, Restaurants, Dunmore Restaurants, Barbecue, Breweries & Brew Pubs, C233 E Drinker St5709615510
Waymart Beverage IncWaymart, PA, Beverages, Malt Beverages, Waymart Beer, Ale and Non-Alcoholic Brewers/Distributors, Wa724 Roosevelt Hwy5704887940

Ski Resorts Near Waymart

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Montage Mountain Resort 9.0 7 594 $53 December - March Yes Yes

Nursing Homes in Waymart

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
WAYNE WOODLANDS MANOR
37 WOODLANDS DRIVE
Non profit - Corporation 121 103 2/5 3/5 2/5 5704887130

Pharmacies in Waymart

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
BRUNDAGE'S WAYMART PHARMACY 238 BELMONT STREET 570-488-7979

Daycare Centers in Waymart

3 licensed childcare and daycare facilities.

Facility Type Phone Status
AGES AND STAGES CHILD CARE CENTER LLC
74 BELMONT ST
CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER (570) 766-4595 OPEN
AGES AND STAGES CHILD CARE CENTER LLC
186 BELMONT TPKE
CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER (570) 488-7322 OPEN
BROOKE CHAPMANS DAYCARE
88 FOX LANE RD
CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER (570) 689-6019 OPEN

EV Charging Stations in Waymart

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
USP Canaan3057 Eric J. Williams Memorial DrNon-NetworkedNEMA515private

Cell Towers in Waymart

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
(HONESDALE - PA 5) 2 MI NE OF SR 4005 & RUTSCHLIN RDLTOWER98
(HONESDALE - PA 5) 2 MI NE OF SR 4005 & RUTSCHLIN RDLTOWER98
0.6 MI S OF SRS247 & 371TOWER98
0.6 MI S OF SRS247 & 371TOWER98
(TAFTON) 2 MILES SW OF I/S RT. 390 & GUMBLETOWN RD.LTOWER82
(TAFTON) 2 MILES SW OF I/S RT. 390 & GUMBLETOWN RD.LTOWER82
146 West Carbondale Road (44135)LTOWER78
(Mayfield) 1537 GREENFIELDMTOWER61
AHN 1494 AT STATE ROAD 590 (16233)GTOWER55
St Julians Rt 1 Box 117 (2675)MTOWER17

Fire Stations in Waymart

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
SCI Waymart Fire DepartmentRt 6Volunteer570-488-5811
Waymart Volunteer Fire Company254 Carbondale RDVolunteer570-488-6131

Bridges in Waymart

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1952243,535P
Tee BeamConcrete195834854P
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete199231710G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel193731710P
Tee BeamConcrete193723439P
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete200872439G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete201527270F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19422275P

Correctional Facilities in Waymart

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
SCI WAYMART11 FAIRVIEW DRSTATE1,5541,522OPEN
USP CANAAN3057 ERIC J. WILLIAMS MEMORIAL DRIVEFEDERAL1,188960OPEN
USP CANAAN CAMP3057 ERIC J. WILLIAMS MEMORIAL DRIVEFEDERAL116128OPEN

Superfund Sites Near Waymart

2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
ARCHBALD POWER STA170 POWER BOULEVARDLACKAWANNA
ARCHBALD POWER STA170 POWER BOULEVARDLACKAWANNA

Airports Near Waymart

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Greater Binghamton/Edwin A Link fieldBGMMedium Airport
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International AirportAVPMedium Airport
Aeroflex-Andover AirportSmall Airport
Air Haven AirportSmall Airport
Ashlawn AirportSmall Airport
Beltzville AirportSmall Airport
Blairstown AirportSmall Airport
Blueberry FieldSmall Airport
Boden AirportSmall Airport
Boehm's FieldSmall Airport
Campis AirportSmall Airport
Carrar Farm AirportSmall Airport
Cavage Personal Use AirportSmall Airport
Chambers AirportSmall Airport
Charles G. Kalko AirportSmall Airport
Chenango Bridge AirportSmall Airport
Cherry Ridge AirportSmall Airport
Cherry Valley AirportSmall Airport
Cosklos Elkview AirportSmall Airport
Countryside AirportSmall Airport
Deer Meadows AirstripSmall Airport
Del Savio AirportSmall Airport
Double D Skyranch AirportSmall Airport
Fla-Net AirportSmall Airport
Flying Dollar AirportSmall Airport
Gap View AirportSmall Airport
Giffin AirportSmall Airport
Grayce Farms AirportSmall Airport
Greene AirportSmall Airport
Grover AirportSmall Airport
Hallett's AirportSmall Airport
Hazleton Municipal AirportHZLSmall Airport
Hiawatha AirportSmall Airport
High Meadow Farms AirportSmall Airport
J P Reilly AirportSmall Airport
John E. Rogers AirportSmall Airport
Kellachows AirportSmall Airport
Kirkwood AirparkSmall Airport
Lazy J. Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Luke AirportSmall Airport
Malinchak Private AirportSmall Airport
Mason Airway AirportSmall Airport
Mc Donald's AirportSmall Airport
McKinney AirportSmall Airport
Miller FieldSmall Airport
Monticello AirportSmall Airport
Mount Pleasant Landing StripSmall Airport
Mountain Bay Air Park Inc AirportSmall Airport
Mountain Top AirportSmall Airport
MSM AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Waymart

7 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
City of Carbondale Police
Dunmore Police Department
Jessup Police Station
Olyphant Police Department
State Police Headquarters
Throop Borough Police201 Charles Street
Waymart Borough Police Department

Grocery Stores in Waymart

4 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Country TrailConvenience Store2159 Easton Tpke
DOLLAR GENERAL 7526Other670 Roosevelt Hwy
South Canaan Farm MarketGrocery Store33 Fox Lane Rd
Uni-Mart 172Convenience Store403 Belmont St

Post Offices in Waymart

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Waymart Post Office

Treatment Centers in Waymart

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Moses Taylor Hospital - Senior Mental HealthMental Health570-770-6395
PA Treatment and Healing (PATH)Substance Abuse570-253-3980

DOL Wage Violations in Waymart

2 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $2,620 in back wages owed to 7 employees.

2
Violations
$2,620
Back Wages Owed
7
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Ray's Shursave Market 18472 1 $1,676 $838 2
THE MANOR AT WAYMART [OSHA] 18472 Nursing Care Facilities (Skilled Nursing Facilities) 1 $944 $189 5

Churches & Religious Organizations in Waymart

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
SOCIETY OF ST JOHN201 TUTHILL RD
ST TIKHONS ORTHODOX MONASTERY175 SAINT TIKHONS RD
WELLSPRING FOUNDATION FOR RENEWAL INC60 SPEWAK RD

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Frequently Asked Questions About Waymart

What is the population of Waymart?

Waymart has a population of 1,198 residents and is located in Pennsylvania. The population density is 445 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.8 years. The population is 56.1% female and 43.9% male.

Is Waymart expensive to live in?

Waymart has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 97.6 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $54,318, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $187,300 (34% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $700 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Waymart safe?

Waymart is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 311 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Waymart receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Waymart?

Waymart has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 271 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 51.4 inches, with 69.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Waymart?

The job market in Waymart is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,017. There are 1,445 business establishments in the area, including 164 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 3.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Waymart?

The median home value in Waymart is $187,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $273,242. For renters, the median monthly rent is $700. Fair market rent is $996 for a 1-bedroom and $1,225 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 56.6%. The average annual property tax is $6,971.

How are the schools in Waymart?

Schools in Waymart score 6.6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 12.4% of adults in Waymart hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.9% have completed high school. 4.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Waymart?

The obesity rate in Waymart is 36.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 26.9% of adults are smokers. 29.7% are physically inactive. 60.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,707.

What is transportation like in Waymart?

The average commute in Waymart is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 76% of workers drive alone to work, and 3.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Waymart?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Waymart is 88.3% White, 4.1% Black or African American, 0.6% Hispanic or Latino. 95.9% of residents speak only English at home, while 4.1% speak Spanish. 12.2% of the population are military veterans. 16.5% of residents have a disability. 94.0% have health insurance coverage.

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