Waynesboro, MS
Full City Profile · Mississippi · Wayne County County
Waynesboro, MS
At a Glance
How Waynesboro Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Waynesboro's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Waynesboro a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Waynesboro residents earn a median household income of $30,910 , which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,455. The unemployment rate stands at 5.0% (39% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 21.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 393 business establishments, including 32 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Waynesboro is $84,400 , 70% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $149,122. Median rent is $810/month, with 46.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 87.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1971.
Safety & Crime
Waynesboro reports 1,017 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 168% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,681/100K.
Education
21.5% of adults in Waynesboro hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below the national average). 77.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Waynesboro has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 60.0 inches.