Median Income
$88,450
18% higher than US avg
Home Value
$256,300
9% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
18.1%
46% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,163
0% lower 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%
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
OwnershipN/A
Climate
Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Elevation712 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+18.1%
High School+98.1%
School Score5.95
Community
2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute33 min
Libraries8
Is Wayne Heights a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Wayne Heights receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Wayne Heights stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
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.
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. 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. The median age is 40.7 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.8%), with 1.3% Hispanic, 2% Black.
Population
40.7yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
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. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
Income: Wayne Heights vs U.S.
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 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.6% |
| 28% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 1.0% |
| 92% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 3,466 |
| County GDP | $8,379M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 288 |
| Healthcare | 343 |
| Retail | 454 |
| Manufacturing | 201 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,983 |
| 42% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.94% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 32.9 min |
| Work from Home | 8.2% |
The median home value in Wayne Heights is $256,300, 9% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,163 (0% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $256,300 |
| 9% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,163 |
| 0% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $900 |
| 1 Bedroom | $996 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,225 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,570 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,744 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,983 |
| 42% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.94% |
Health Metrics: Wayne Heights vs U.S. Average (%)
Behaviors & Mental Health
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.2% |
| |
| Premature Death | 7,611/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 73.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 343 |
Crime Rates: Wayne Heights vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 14 |
Safety Score
Wayne Heights has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 52.3°F |
| 3% below US avg |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 712 ft (217 m) |
| Area | 2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,634/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.7455°N, 77.5436°W |
| County FIPS | 42055 |