Waynesfield, OH

Ohio

Waynesfield is a small town in Ohio with a population of 646. Residents earn $66,667 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
646 Population 1,025/sq mi density
$66,667 Median Income $29,081 per capita
$117,200 Home Value $191,717 Zillow
$865 Median Rent 27.5% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$66,667 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$117,200 home value, $865/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,667
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $117,200
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.1%
43% lower than US avg
Median Rent $865
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.1%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.9%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population646
Median Age32.6 yrs
Density1,025/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans9.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$66,667
Per Capita$29,081
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty3.9%
County GDP$1,365M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$117,200
Rent$865
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$191,717
Housing Units287
Rent Burden27.5%

Health

Obesity39.1%
Uninsured7.7%
Smoking15.5%
Depression26.8%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.6 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,066 ft (325 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.1%
High School+91.3%
Graduate+11.4%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute27 min
Broadband90.2%
Libraries7

Is Waynesfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Waynesfield receives an overall livability score of 3.9 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. Waynesfield offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Waynesfield is $66,667, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. Only 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Waynesfield is $117,200, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $865 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Waynesfield experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°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 37.6 inches, including 25.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Waynesfield has a population of 646 with a density of 1,025 people per square mile. The median age is 32.6 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.7%).

Population

646
Total Population
1,025
People / sq mi
32.6yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Waynesfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.5%
89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Waynesfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Waynesfield is $66,667, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Waynesfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,667
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,081
Avg Weekly Wage$960
IRS Avg AGI$57,072

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.9%
69% below US avg
Establishments (County)563
County GDP$1,365M

Business (County)

Restaurants56
Healthcare46
Retail71
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,076
12% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.62%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.3 min
Drive Alone78.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Waynesfield is $117,200, 58% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $865 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $191,717.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$117,200
58% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$191,717
Median List Price$272,400

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$272,400
$/Sq Ft$109
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio103.7%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$865
26% below US avg
Rent Burden27.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.1%
Housing Units287
Median Year Built1953

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,076
12% below US avg
Effective Rate2.62%
In Waynesfield, 39.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.7% of residents lack health insurance. 15.5% are current smokers. 26.8% report depression. 24.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Waynesfield vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.1%
22% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure31.3%
Asthma11.3%
COPD6.5%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.5%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity24.9%
Depression26.8%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress12.7%
Short Sleep39.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.9%
Uninsured7.7%
10% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.0%
Dental Visits64.6%
Premature Death12,366/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access56.2%
Healthcare Facilities46
Waynesfield has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.6 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.8°F
6% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.6 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall25.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,066 ft (325 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density1,025/sq mi
Coordinates40.6025°N, 83.9739°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39065
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 19.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.7-point margin. 90.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.9%
D 22.2%

Winner: Republican by 54.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.1%
43% below US avg
High School+91.3%
Graduate Degree+11.4%
School Test Score5.90
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,025/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.2%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities46
Restaurants56
Retail Stores71

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.3 min
Drive Alone78.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.4%

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