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Waynesboro, TN
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Waynesboro, TN
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 $45,000 , which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,255. The unemployment rate stands at 3.6% (0% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 296 business establishments, including 16 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Waynesboro is $81,400 , 71% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $165,914. Median rent is $469/month, with 37.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 91.9 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1973.
Safety & Crime
Waynesboro reports 520 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 37% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 780/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
16.1% of adults in Waynesboro hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below the national average). 82.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Waynesboro has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 302 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 61.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.