Wayne Lakes, OH

Ohio

Wayne Lakes is a small town in Ohio with a population of 843. Residents earn $61,250 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
843 Population 1,591/sq mi density
$61,250 Median Income $31,371 per capita
$124,000 Home Value
$748 Median Rent 24.2% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$61,250 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$124,000 home value, $748/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,250
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $124,000
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.0%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $748
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.4%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population843
Median Age40.3 yrs
Density1,591/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans5.6%

Economy

A
Median Income$61,250
Per Capita$31,371
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty3.4%
County GDP$3,389M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$124,000
Rent$748
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units362
Rent Burden24.2%

Health

Obesity38.8%
Uninsured9.9%
Smoking21.3%
Depression29.1%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,074 ft (327 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.0%
High School+91.1%
Graduate+3.5%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute30 min
Broadband91.5%
Libraries4

Is Wayne Lakes a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wayne Lakes receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Wayne Lakes offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wayne Lakes is $61,250, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wayne Lakes is $124,000, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $748 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Wayne Lakes experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Wayne Lakes has a population of 843 with a density of 1,591 people per square mile. The median age is 40.3 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.4%), with 3.9% Hispanic.

Population

843
Total Population
1,591
People / sq mi
40.3yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%
Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Wayne Lakes vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.3%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.7%
80% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wayne Lakes vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wayne Lakes is $61,250, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Wayne Lakes vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,250
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,371
Avg Weekly Wage$970
IRS Avg AGI$64,246

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.4%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,354
County GDP$3,389M

Business (County)

Restaurants83
Healthcare85
Retail170
Manufacturing64

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,704
6% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.99%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.1 min
Drive Alone85.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Wayne Lakes is $124,000, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $748 (36% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$124,000
56% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$748
36% below US avg
Rent Burden24.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$873
2 Bedrooms$1,092
3 Bedrooms$1,388
4 Bedrooms$1,550

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.2%
Housing Units362
Median Year Built1967

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,704
6% above US avg
Effective Rate2.99%
In Wayne Lakes, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.9% of residents lack health insurance. 21.3% are current smokers. 29.1% report depression. 31.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.8%
21% above US avg
Diabetes12.7%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure35.7%
Asthma11.7%
COPD9.4%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.3%
52% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity31.2%
Depression29.1%
Mental Distress21.4%
Physical Distress15.9%
Short Sleep36.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.6%
Uninsured9.9%
15% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.5%
Dental Visits53.7%
Premature Death9,154/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access57.4%
Healthcare Facilities85
Wayne Lakes has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.3 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.9°F
4% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.3 inches
6% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,074 ft (327 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density1,591/sq mi
Coordinates40.0217°N, 84.6632°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39037
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 12.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 65.4-point margin. 91.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.4%
D 17%

Winner: Republican by 65.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.0%
64% below US avg
High School+91.1%
Graduate Degree+3.5%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,591/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.5%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities85
Restaurants83
Retail Stores170

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.1 min
Drive Alone85.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.7%

Nearby Cities

Arcanum, OH 2,850 pop · 6.1 mi Greenville, OH 12,748 pop · 6.1 mi New Paris, OH 1,338 pop · 13.3 mi Ansonia, OH 1,036 pop · 13.3 mi Lewisburg, OH 1,769 pop · 13.4 mi Union City, OH 1,367 pop · 13.9 mi Bradford, OH 1,615 pop · 14.6 mi Union City, IN 3,477 pop · 14.8 mi Versailles, OH 2,934 pop · 16.8 mi Pleasant Hill, OH 1,455 pop · 16.9 mi Covington, OH 2,573 pop · 17.8 mi Richmond, IN 35,551 pop · 17.8 mi Brookville, OH 6,234 pop · 18.1 mi West Milton, OH 4,740 pop · 18.4 mi
Compare Wayne Lakes with another city: