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Wayne Heights, PA

Pennsylvania · Franklin County · Chambersburg Metro

Wayne Heights is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 3,496. Residents earn $88,450 per year, which is 18% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
3,496 Population 1,634/sq mi density
$88,450 Median Income $40,397 per capita
$256,300 Home Value $269,344 Zillow
$1,163 Median Rent 23.1% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 297 sunny days/yr
298 Violent Crime/100K 2,791 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$88,450 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$256,300 home value, $1,163/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
298 violent crimes/100K (22% below avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
18.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $88,450
18% higher than US avg
Home Value $256,300
9% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 298/100K
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.1%
46% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,163
0% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.8%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,496
Median Age40.7 yrs
Density1,634/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans13.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$88,450
Per Capita$40,397
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty1.0%
County GDP$8,379M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$256,300
Rent$1,163
Ownership71.0%
Zillow$269,344
Housing Units1,366
Rent Burden23.1%

Crime

F
Violent298/100K
Property2,791/100K

Health

Obesity43.8%
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation712 ft (217 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.1%
High School+98.1%
Graduate+6.0%
School Score5.86

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute33 min
Broadband91.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries8

Is Wayne Heights a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wayne Heights receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Wayne Heights offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wayne Heights is $88,450, 18% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. Only 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wayne Heights is $256,300, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,163 per month. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Wayne Heights is below the national average at 298 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,791 per 100,000, 42% above the national average.

Education

18.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Wayne Heights experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 297 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Wayne Heights has a population of 3,496 with a density of 1,634 people per square mile, spread across 2.1 square miles. The median age is 40.7 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.6% female and 50.4% male. The city is predominantly White (90.8%), with 1.3% Hispanic, 2% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 94.7% of residents, while 5.3% speak Spanish. 13.1% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 12.4% of residents have a disability. 92.2% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,496
Total Population
1,634
People / sq mi
40.7yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Wayne Heights vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 94.7%
21% above US avg
Spanish 5.3%
60% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wayne Heights vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wayne Heights is $88,450, which is 18% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,397. The average weekly wage is $1,068, 25% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 3,466 business establishments, including 288 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.6, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 8.2% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Wayne Heights vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$88,450
18% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,397
Avg Weekly Wage$1,068
IRS Avg AGI$69,390
Gini Index0.421 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.0%
92% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,466
County GDP$8,379M

Business (County)

Restaurants288
Healthcare343
Retail454
Manufacturing201

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,983
42% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.9 min
Drive Alone83.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Wayne Heights is $256,300, 9% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $269,344. Monthly rent averages $1,163 (0% 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. 71.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,366 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1993. The average annual property tax is $4,983 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 23.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$256,300
9% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$269,344

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,163
0% below US avg
Rent Burden23.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership71.0%
Owner-Occupied71.0%
Renter-Occupied29.0%
Housing Units1,366
Median Year Built1993

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,983
42% above US avg
Effective Rate1.94%
In Wayne Heights, 43.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,628. The dentist ratio is 1:2,149. 73.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.4 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Wayne Heights vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.8%
36% above US avg

Behaviors & Mental Health

Short Sleep39.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.2%
Primary Care1:1,628
Dentists1:2,149
Mental Health1:727
Dental Visits63.8%
Premature Death7,611/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access73.4%
Healthcare Facilities343
Wayne Heights has a violent crime rate of 298 per 100,000 residents, 22% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,791 per 100,000, 42% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 14 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Wayne Heights receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent297.7/100K
22% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property2,791.2/100K
42% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Wayne Heights experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 297 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 712 feet.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.3°F
3% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Geography

Elevation712 ft (217 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²)
Population Density1,634/sq mi
Coordinates39.7455°N, 77.5436°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyFranklin County County
Nearest AirportHagerstown Regional/Richard A Henson Field (HGR)
10 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Wettest Month (May) 4.13"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.72"

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0449 ppm

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score76.4 / 100
Social Vulnerability32.4 / 100
Community Resilience63.5 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Hurricane Relatively Moderate
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively Moderate
Lightning Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm Relatively Low
Drought Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave Very Low
Landslide Relatively Low
Avalanche Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

24 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M2.6 on Jun 25, 2021.

Jan 16, 1994 2 km W of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania M4.6 144 km
Jan 16, 1994 0 km E of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania M4.2 146 km
Jul 16, 2010 5 km NNW of Barnesville, Maryland M3.6 55 km
Jun 13, 2019 9 km N of Blain, Pennsylvania M3.4 75 km
Jun 3, 2010 4 km ENE of Franklintown, Pennsylvania M3.1 62 km
Jan 17, 2016 3 km NE of Ranson, West Virginia M3.0 53 km
Nov 14, 1997 0 km S of Rothsville, Pennsylvania M3.0 119 km
Apr 24, 2009 1 km S of Franklintown, Pennsylvania M2.9 57 km
Jan 16, 1994 0 km SSE of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania M2.9 146 km
Sep 15, 2019 5 km ESE of East Berlin, Pennsylvania M2.8 58 km
May 10, 1993 1 km NW of Whitfield, Pennsylvania M2.8 146 km
Oct 25, 2009 4 km ENE of Franklintown, Pennsylvania M2.8 62 km
Oct 28, 1994 1 km E of Mount Vernon, Maryland M2.7 95 km
Mar 11, 1995 0 km ENE of Landisville, Pennsylvania M2.7 105 km
Mar 15, 1993 5 km W of Columbia, Maryland M2.7 80 km
Jan 13, 1990 6 km ENE of Eldersburg, Maryland M2.6 67 km
Jun 25, 2021 2 km SE of Woodlawn, Maryland M2.6 87 km
Jan 18, 1994 3 km SE of Clay, Pennsylvania M2.6 123 km
Oct 28, 1996 2 km W of Reinholds, Pennsylvania M2.6 133 km
Jan 8, 1995 1 km WSW of Montrose Manor, Pennsylvania M2.5 145 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Irene (2011, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
2011 Irene Category 1 286 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

371 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 3 fatalities, 149 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jul 19, 1996 EF3 56 km 0
May 22, 1983 EF3 26 km 0
Jun 7, 1980 EF3 49 km 0
Jun 9, 1961 EF3 100 km 0
Apr 16, 1961 EF3 34 km 0
Apr 5, 1952 EF3 49 km 0
Apr 19, 2019 EF2 88 km 0
Apr 19, 2019 EF2 31 km 0
Nov 2, 2018 EF2 55 km 0
Apr 28, 2011 EF2 66 km 0
Sep 17, 2004 EF2 59 km 0
Sep 17, 2004 EF2 38 km 0
Sep 17, 2004 EF2 84 km 0
Sep 24, 2001 EF2 48 km 0
Jul 19, 1996 EF2 43 km 0
Jun 24, 1996 EF2 100 km 0
May 29, 1995 EF2 100 km 0
Apr 30, 1994 EF2 11 km 0
Oct 9, 1992 EF2 66 km 0
May 6, 1991 EF2 83 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

1 wildfire (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: BEAR DEN (945 ac, 2014).

Year Name Acres Distance
2014 BEAR DEN 945 97 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 2.9 in Coldest
February 32°F (-0°C) 2.7 in Driest
March 40°F (5°C) 3.4 in
April 51°F (10°C) 3.5 in
May 61°F (16°C) 4.1 in Wettest
June 69°F (21°C) 4.0 in
July 74°F (23°C) 3.5 in Warmest
August 72°F (22°C) 3.4 in
September 66°F (19°C) 3.6 in
October 54°F (12°C) 3.4 in
November 44°F (7°C) 3.5 in
December 34°F (1°C) 3.0 in

Wayne Heights has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 30°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.1 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (2.7").

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Wayne Heights is located in Franklin County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 18.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 46% below the national average of 33.7%. 98.1% have completed high school. 6.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.9 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 71.1% of the vote, a 43-point margin. 91.0% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 8 public libraries serving the community. 343 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 83.7% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.1%
D 28.1%

Winner: Republican by 43 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.1%
46% below US avg
High School+98.1%
Graduate Degree+6.0%
School Test Score5.86
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3Metro / under 250K
Population Density1,634/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi
CountyFranklin County County

Services

Broadband Access91.0%
Avg Download Speed109.1 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed5.2 Mbps
Max Download Speed987 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities343
Restaurants288
Retail Stores454

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.9 min
Drive Alone83.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.2%
Average costs for common services in Wayne Heights. 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)
View all 18 services

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)
View all 25 services

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)
View all 12 services

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)
View all 8 services

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 Franklin County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 8,715 212 $70,960 1.76
Transportation & Warehousing 8,514 149 $59,593 3.33
Health Care & Social Assistance 8,499 464 $56,818 0.98
Retail Trade 7,364 446 $33,282 1.22
Accommodation & Food Services 4,403 290 $20,558 0.80
Administrative & Waste Services 2,581 175 $42,732 0.73
Construction 2,433 312 $65,747 0.77
Other Services 2,031 348 $33,485 1.12
Professional & Technical Services 1,886 250 $77,295 0.45
Agriculture & Forestry 1,514 100 $47,449 3.10
Wholesale Trade 1,314 144 $64,182 0.55
Finance & Insurance 1,107 148 $87,847 0.45
Educational Services 722 33 $47,722 0.58
Arts & Entertainment 664 45 $21,355 0.65
Real Estate 357 92 $50,368 0.38
Management of Companies 352 26 $220,156 0.35
Information & Technology 221 36 $50,050 0.20
Mining & Oil/Gas 187 9 $69,821 0.82
Utilities 54 6 $116,162 0.24

Radio Stations near Wayne Heights

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
92.1 Bob Rocks alternative rock MP3 128 kbps
99.9 WFRE Free Country country music MP3 96 kbps
Key 103 WAFY hot adult contemporary AAC 64 kbps
SkoolDaze Radio MP3 128 kbps
106.9 The Eagle WWEG classic hits AAC+ 64 kbps
WQCM 94.3 classic rock, rock AAC+ 64 kbps

Campgrounds Near Wayne Heights

12 campgrounds found near Wayne Heights.

NameRatingSitesPrice
CAMP ROUND MEADOW 5.0/5 1 $1,000
Historic Bushman House (Gettysburg) 5.0/5 1 $400
Slyder Farmhouse 5.0/5 1 $250
Historic Rose Farmhouse 4.9/5 1 $450
CAMP MISTY MOUNT 4.7/5 29 $75–$175
Adirondack Shelters 4.6/5 2 Free
OWENS CREEK CAMPGROUND 4.6/5 50 $30
Seven Points Picnic Shelters 4.6/5 5 $75
Rohrbach Group Campground 4.5/5 10 $25
POPLAR GROVE YOUTH GROUP CAMPGROUND 4.3/5 3 $35
Antietam Creek Campsite 4.2/5 20 $10
McCoy's Ferry Campground 4.1/5 13 $10–$20

National Parks Near Wayne Heights

128 national parks and monuments found near Wayne Heights.

ParkTypeFee
African American Civil War Memorial Free
Anacostia Park Park Free
Andy Guest/Shenandoah River State Park State Park Free
Antietam National Battlefield National Battlefield $20
Arlington House, The Robert E. Lee Memorial Free
Baltimore-Washington Parkway Parkway Free
Belmont-Paul Women's Equality National Monument National Monument Free
Belt Woods Natural Environment Area - Beltwoods Wildland State Park Free
Berkeley Springs State Park State Park Free
Billingsley Nrma State Park Free
Buchanan's Birthplace State Park State Park Free
Cacapon Resort State Park State Park Free
Cacapon State Park State Park Free
Caledonia State Park State Park Free
Canoe Creek State Park State Park Free
Capitol Hill Parks Free
Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument National Monument Free
Carter G. Woodson Home National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Catoctin Mountain Park Park Free
Cedar Creek & Belle Grove National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Chaney Nrma State Park Free
Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park National Historical Park $20
Civil War Defenses of Washington Free
Clara Barton National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Codorus State Park State Park Free
Colonel Denning State Park State Park Free
Constitution Gardens Free
Cowans Gap State Park State Park Free
Croom Nrma State Park Free
Cunningham Falls Sp State Park Free
CUNNINGHAM FALLS SP - Cunningham Falls Wildland State Park Free
Cunningham Falls State Park State Park Free
Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial Memorial Free
Eisenhower National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Ford's Theatre National Historic Site National Historic Site $5
Fort Dupont Park Free
Fort Foote Park Park Free
Fort Frederick Sp State Park Free
Fort Frederick State Park State Park Free
Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine National Monument and Historic Shrine $15
Fort Tonoloway Sp State Park Free
Fowlers Hollow State Park State Park Free
Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial Free
Frederick Douglass National Historic Site National Historic Site $1
Gambrill Sp State Park Free
Gambrill State Park State Park Free
Gathland Sp State Park Free
Gathland State Park State Park Free
George Washington Memorial Parkway Memorial Parkway Free
Gettysburg National Military Park National Military Park Free
Gifford Pinchot State Park State Park Free
Glen Echo Park Park Free
Great Falls Park Park $20
Greenbelt Park Park Free
Greenbrier Sp State Park Free
Greenbrier State Park State Park Free
Greenwood Furnace State Park State Park Free
Hampton National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Harmony Hall Free
Harpers Ferry National Historical Park National Historical Park $20
Honey Branch Nrma State Park Free
House Creek Nrma State Park Free
Ibberson Conservation Area State Park State Park Free
Kenilworth Park & Aquatic Gardens Free
Kings Gap State Park State Park Free
Korean War Veterans Memorial Free
LBJ Memorial Grove on the Potomac Free
Lincoln Memorial Free
Little Buffalo State Park State Park Free
Manassas National Battlefield Park National Battlefield Park Free
Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Free
Mary McLeod Bethune Council House National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Matthew Henson Sp State Park Free
Matthew Henson State Park Unit #3 State Park Free
Matthew Henson State Park Unit #4 State Park Free
Memorial Lake State Park State Park Free
Monocacy National Battlefield National Battlefield Free
Mont Alto State Park State Park Free
Morgan Run Nea State Park Free
National Capital Parks-East Free
National Mall and Memorial Parks Free
Oxon Cove Park & Oxon Hill Farm Free
Patapsco Valley Sp State Park Free
Patapsco Valley State Park State Park Free
Patuxent River Sp State Park Free
Penn Roosevelt State Park State Park Free
Pennsylvania Avenue Free
Pine Grove Furnace State Park State Park Free
Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail National Scenic Trail Free
Reeds Gap State Park State Park Free
Rock Creek Park Park Free
Rosaryville Sp State Park Free
Samuel S. Lewis State Park State Park Free
Seneca Creek Sp State Park Free
Seneca Creek State Park State Park Free
Seven Bends State Park State Park Free
Severn Run Natural Environment Area State Park Free
Sky Meadows State Park State Park Free
Soldiers Delight Nea State Park Free
Soliders Delight NEA (DNR) State Park Free
South Mountain Sb State Park Free
South Mountain Sp State Park Free
South Mountain State Park State Park Free
South Mountain State Park State Park Free
South Mountain State Park - Battlefield State Park Free
South Mountain State Park - Battlefield State Park Free
Star-Spangled Banner National Historic Trail National Historic Trail Free
State Park State Park Free
Susquehanna Riverlands State Park State Park Free
Sweet Run State Park State Park Free
The White House and President's Park Free
Theodore Roosevelt Island Free
Thomas Jefferson Memorial Free
Torrey C Brown Rail Trail State Park Free
Trough Creek State Park State Park Free
Uhler Nrma State Park Free
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Free
Warriors Path State Park State Park Free
Washington Monument $1
Washington Monument Sp State Park Free
Washington Monument State Park State Park Free
Western Maryland Rail Trail State Park Free
Weverton-Roxbury Rail Trail State Park Free
Whipple Dam State Park State Park Free
Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts Free
Woodmont Nrma State Park Free
World War I Memorial Free
World War II Memorial Free

Museums in Wayne Heights

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
THOMAS H. & MARY K. WILLIAMS ART GALLERYART MUSEUM$97,364,892
CIVIL WAR PRESERVATION TRHISTORIC PRESERVATION3016651400$26,195,576
WASHINGTON COUNTY MUSEUM OF FINE ARTSART MUSEUM401 MUSEUM DR3017395727$1,372,512
DISCOVERY STATION AT HAGERSTOWNSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM3017900076$173,382
FRANKLIN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY- KITTOCHTINNYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7172641667$173,338
HAGERSTOWN AVIATION MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3017338717$147,333
WASHINGTON COUNTY RURAL HERITAGE MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM2403132839$124,437
MILLER HOUSE & BEAVER CREEK SCHOOL MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION3017978782$97,010
WASHINGTON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3017978782$97,010
WAYNESBORO HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7177621747$78,031
HAGERSTOWN ROUNDHOUSE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM296 S BURHANS ROAD3017394665$69,876
MONTEREY PASS BATTLEFIELDHISTORIC PRESERVATION$52,779
ALLISON-ANTRIM MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM$32,483
BOONSBORO HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION323 N MAIN ST3014325889$22,611
DOLEMAN BLACK HERITAGE MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM3017975019$21,276
BIGLERVILLE HISTORICAL AND PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION154 W HANOVER STREET7176774556$12,900
LITTLE ANTIETAM CREEKHISTORIC PRESERVATION$7,246
BLACKSMITH GUILD OF WESTERN MARYLANDHISTORIC PRESERVATION$5,600
C&O CANAL'SHISTORIC PRESERVATION3017142236
CATOCTIN FURNACE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
CATOCTIN MOUNTAIN PARKHISTORIC PRESERVATION3016639330
CHESSIE SYSTEM HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
FREDERICK COUNTY FIRE & RESCUE MUSEUM AND PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORY MUSEUM3016003465
GEORGE WASHINGTON LODGE 143 MASONIC CENTRE PRESERVATION FUNDHISTORIC PRESERVATION
HAGER HOUSE AND MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3017398393
HAGERSTOWN MODEL RAILROAD MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM296 S BURHANS BLVD3017394665
JOHANNES SCHWALM HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
JONATHAN HAGER HOUSE AND MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM110 KEY STREET3017398393
MARYLAND DAIRY SHRINEHISTORY MUSEUM
MAUGANSVILLE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
MONT ALTO HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
NATIONAL APPLE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
NATIONAL FIRE HERITAGE CENTERHISTORY MUSEUM300B SOUTH SETON AVENUE8888194798
SMITHSBURG HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION20 E WATER ST3018247154
THURMONT HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION11 N CHURCH ST3012711860
U.S. JOHNSON MAP PROJECTGENERAL MUSEUM
WASHINGTON COUNTY SPORTS HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM
WAYNESBORO AREA INDUST HERITAGE TRUSTGENERAL MUSEUM7177624460
WAYNESBORO AREA INDUSTRIAL HERITAGE TRUSTHISTORY MUSEUM235 PHILADELPHIA AVE7177624460
WESTERN MARYLAND HOSPITAL CENTER THERAPEUTIC GARDENARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER1500 PENNSYLVANIA AVE
WOODSBORO HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3015245167

Libraries in Wayne Heights

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
FRANKLIN SYS ADMIN UNIT101 RAGGED EDGE ROAD SOUTH0.0585,751
WASHINGTON COUNTY FREE LIBRARY100 S. POTOMAC ST.0.0272,237
ALEXANDER HAMILTON MEMORIAL FREE LIBRARY45 EAST MAIN STREET0.035,759

Farmers Markets in Wayne Heights

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Emmitsburg Farmers' Market302 South Seton Ave.06/14/2013 to 09/27/2013Fri: 3:00 AM-6:30 AM;Visit
Historic City Farmers' Market25 W. Church St.01/05/2013 to 12/28/2013Sat: 5:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
Jim's Farmers Market255 Grant StreetJanuary to DecemberFri:8:00 am - 6:00 pm;Sat:8:00 am - 1:00 pm;Visit
Market Faire on the SquarePublic Square06/06/2013 to 09/12/2013Thu: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;Visit
Meritus Medical Center Farmers Market11116 Medical Campus Rd
Myersville Farmers Market301 Main Street04/13/2019 to 10/26/2019Sat: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
North Square Farmers Market50 North Main Street05/21/2016 to 10/15/2016Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;YesVisit
Thurmont Main Street Farmer's MarketSouth Center Street06/04/2016 to 09/24/2016Sat: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
Walkersville Farmers Market9224 Devilbiss Bridge Road
Washington County Farmers Market - Agricultural Education Center7313 Sharpsburg Pike

Breweries in Wayne Heights

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Cracked Cork LlcAir Fresheners, Deordorant, Wholesale Foods, Brewer Equipment Supplies & Services, Soap, General Mer8 E Maple St3017912882
Gateway LiquorsDrinking Establishments - Micro Breweries, Drinking Establishments - Cocktail Lounges, Food & Bevera14802 N Franklinville Rd
Good Ta GoBeer Garden, Brewery1640 Orchard Dr7174460138Visit
Roy Pitz Brewing Companydancing, dance studio, Brewery, instruction, places, education140 N 3rd St7174968753, 7172631486Visit

Daycare Centers in Wayne Heights

2 licensed childcare and daycare facilities.

Facility Type Phone Status
HOOVERVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
10829 BUCHANAN TRL E
SCHOOL BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER (717) 762-1191 OPEN
WAYNESBORO DAY CARE CTR
1801 E MAIN ST, WAYNE HEIGHTS ELEM BLDG
CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER (717) 762-9711 OPEN

Cell Towers in Wayne Heights

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
1700 Ridge Road (4490)GTOWER141
1925 Stitley RoadTOWER127
12519 COLD SPRING ROADTOWER111
21842 NATIONAL PIKE (27472)LTOWER78
605 Piney Mtn. RidgeTOWER61
13413 Pen Mar High Rock Road (114488)LTOWER61
11180 Airport Road (98893)LTOWER61
State Route 16 & Fort Ritchie Access Road (106933)MTOWER59
605 PINEY MOUNTAIN RIDGE ROAD (17438)LTOWER58
11737 Wharf Road (98819)MTOWER53
201 Tiger Trail (104426)LTOWER50
6721 Debold Rd (114932)MTOWER48
66 Canada Hill RoadTOWER42
16533 Old Emmitsburg Road (27518)MTOWER40
17639 Old Gettysburg Road (94353)LTOWER33
(Catoctin Mtn site) 14900 Park Central RdTOWER27
14900 Park Central Road (110513)MTOWER24

Fire Stations in Wayne Heights

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Franklin Fire Department40 W Central STCareer508-528-2323

Bridges in Wayne Heights

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete200911020,870G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19345316,158F
SlabConcrete19283016,158F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1971352,708F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1971522,708F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1971542,708F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete196454250F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19353650F

Amtrak Stations in Wayne Heights

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Hagerstown, MD123 West Franklin StreetBUS

Superfund Sites Near Wayne Heights

2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
CHAMBERSBURG BORO ORCHARD PARK GENERATING STACHAMBERS 5 BUSINESS PARKFRANKLIN
JAMES RIVER PAPER COMP1002 WAYNE AVENUEFRANKLIN

Airports Near Wayne Heights

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Eastern WV Regional Airport/Shepherd FieldMRBMedium Airport
Hagerstown Regional Richard A Henson FieldHGRMedium Airport
5 Lakes AirportSmall Airport
Barnes AirportSmall Airport
Baugher's Orchard AirportSmall Airport
Beers Farm AirportSmall Airport
Bell AirportSmall Airport
Bermudian Valley AirparkSmall Airport
Blue Haven AirportSmall Airport
Botsford AerodromeSmall Airport
Bowtie AirportSmall Airport
Burhans Memorial AirportSmall Airport
Burnt Cabins Emergency StripSmall Airport
Buzzards Gap UltralightportSmall Airport
Capital City AirportHARSmall Airport
Carlisle AirportSmall Airport
Carroll County Regional Jack B Poage FieldSmall Airport
Catoctin Crosswind AirportSmall Airport
Chestnut Hill AirportSmall Airport
Circle W AirfieldSmall Airport
Clearview AirparkSmall Airport
Cloudbound AirportSmall Airport
Cove Valley AirportSmall Airport
Davis AirstripSmall Airport
Deitch AirportSmall Airport
Derick Ultralight FlightparkSmall Airport
Drillmore Acres AirportSmall Airport
Egolf AirportSmall Airport
Fly Away Farm AirportSmall Airport
Flying M Farms AirportSmall Airport
Flying R AirportSmall Airport
Fox FieldSmall Airport
Franklin County Regional AirportSmall Airport
Frederick Municipal AirportFDKSmall Airport
Gettysburg Regional AirportGTYSmall Airport
Glenair AirportSmall Airport
Good Neighbor Farm AirportSmall Airport
Goose Hunt Farm AirportSmall Airport
Green Landings AirportSmall Airport
Greer AirportSmall Airport
Gusler AirportSmall Airport
Happy Landings Farm AirportSmall Airport
Harp AirportSmall Airport
Harrison Farm AirportSmall Airport
Haunstein UltralightportSmall Airport
Heberlig AirportSmall Airport
Hickory Hill Farms AirportSmall Airport
High View Farm AirportSmall Airport
Ijamsville AirportSmall Airport
JJ & PK AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Wayne Heights

14 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Boonsboro Police Department241 Potomac Street
Chambersburg Police Department116 South 2nd Street
Edmonston Police Department
Hagerstown Department of Police
Maryland State Police - Barrack O18345 Col H K Douglas Drive
Maryland State Police Westminster Barrack
Pennsylvania State Police3800 Black Gap Road
Smithsburg Police Department
Sykesville Police Department
Thurmont Police Department
Washington County Sheriff's Office
Washington Township Police Department11798 Buchanan Trail East
Waynesboro Police57 East Main Street
Westminster Police Department

Grocery Stores in Wayne Heights

2 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
ALDI 71095Supermarket1521 E Main St
Dollar Tree 3151Other1523 E Main St

Treatment Centers in Wayne Heights

13 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Alternative Drug and Alcohol - Counseling (ADAC)Substance Abuse301-766-0065
Behavioral Health LLP - QualityCare Internet (QCI)Mental Health301-791-2660
Black Rock Integrative MedicineSubstance Abuse301-790-4938
Chambersburg Hospital - Behavioral Health UnitMental Health717-267-7771
Folium Inc - DBA Laurel Life ServicesMental Health717-375-1509
Folium Inc - DBA Laurel Life ServicesMental Health717-261-9833
Keystone Health - Keystone Behavioral HealthBoth717-709-7930
Lasting Change Recovery SolutionsSubstance Abuse301-791-7826
Meritus Behavioral Health Services for - Meritus Medical CenterMental Health301-766-7600
Orenda Center for Wellness LLC - Womens Residential Inpatient FacilitySubstance Abuse301-241-3629
Pyramid Healthcare IncSubstance Abuse717-809-2088
Wells House - Baltimore StreetSubstance Abuse301-739-7748 x220
Wells House - Locust StreetSubstance Abuse301-739-7748 x220

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Frequently Asked Questions About Wayne Heights

What is the population of Wayne Heights?

Wayne Heights has a population of 3,496 residents and is located in Pennsylvania. The population density is 1,634 people per square mile, spread across 2.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.7 years. The population is 49.6% female and 50.4% male.

Is Wayne Heights expensive to live in?

Wayne Heights 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 $88,450, 18% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $256,300 (9% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,163 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Wayne Heights safe?

Wayne Heights is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 298 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,791 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Wayne Heights receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Wayne Heights?

Wayne Heights has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 297 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Wayne Heights?

The job market in Wayne Heights is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,068. There are 3,466 business establishments in the area, including 288 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 33 minutes, and 8.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Wayne Heights?

The median home value in Wayne Heights is $256,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $269,344. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,163. Fair market rent is $996 for a 1-bedroom and $1,225 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 71.0%. The average annual property tax is $4,983.

How are the schools in Wayne Heights?

Schools in Wayne Heights score 5.9 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 18.1% of adults in Wayne Heights hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.1% have completed high school. 6.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Wayne Heights?

The obesity rate in Wayne Heights is 43.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 73.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,628.

What is transportation like in Wayne Heights?

The average commute in Wayne Heights is 33 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 83.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 8.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Wayne Heights?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Wayne Heights is 90.8% White, 2% Black or African American, 1.3% Hispanic or Latino. 94.7% of residents speak only English at home, while 5.3% speak Spanish. 13.1% of the population are military veterans. 12.4% of residents have a disability. 92.2% have health insurance coverage.

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