Median Income $62,702

17% lower than US avg

Home Value $172,200

39% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 9.2%

73% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 43.1%

34% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 28.3%

128% higher than US avg

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

People

Population979

Median Age25.9 yrs

Density1,064/mi²

Male / Female39% / 61%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans2.9%

Economy

Median Income$62,702

Per Capita$23,109

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty28.3%

County GDP$372M

Commute35 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$172,200

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$165,691

Housing Units178

Rent Burden28.9%

Health

Obesity43.1%

Uninsured17.2%

Smoking24.7%

Depression27.8%

Heart Disease7.9%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)

AQI44 (Good)

Sunny Days308/yr

Elevation50 ft (15 m)

Education

Bachelor's+9.2%

High School+81.9%

Graduate+10.1%

School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 91% / D 9%

Commute35 min

Broadband69.1%

Libraries1

Is Waynesville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Waynesville receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Waynesville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Waynesville is $62,702, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 28.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Waynesville is $172,200, 39% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Waynesville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Waynesville has a population of 979 with a density of 1,064 people per square mile. The median age is 25.9 years, 33% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

979

Total Population

1,064

People / sq mi

25.9yrs

Median Age

33% below US avg

0.9mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.2%

Female 60.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Waynesville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Waynesville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Waynesville is $62,702, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 28.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Waynesville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$62,702
	17% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$23,109
Avg Weekly Wage	$865
IRS Avg AGI	$51,713

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	28.3%
	128% above US avg
Establishments (County)	262
County GDP	$372M

Business (County)

Restaurants	13
Healthcare	19
Retail	42
Manufacturing	14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,573
	26% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	1.49%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	34.9 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Waynesville is $172,200, 39% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $165,691.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$172,200
	39% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$165,691

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	28.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$979
1 Bedroom	$1,023
2 Bedrooms	$1,203
3 Bedrooms	$1,524
4 Bedrooms	$1,775

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	81.9%
Housing Units	178
Median Year Built	1993

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,573
	26% below US avg
Effective Rate	1.49%

In Waynesville, 43.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.2% of residents lack health insurance. 24.7% are current smokers. 27.8% report depression. 38.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	43.1%
	34% above US avg
Diabetes	14.8%
Heart Disease	7.9%
High Blood Pressure	39.0%
Asthma	11.8%
COPD	11.9%
Cancer	7.2%
Stroke	4.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	24.7%
	76% above US avg
Binge Drinking	14.5%
Physical Inactivity	38.0%
Depression	27.8%
Mental Distress	23.8%
Physical Distress	19.5%
Short Sleep	39.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	94.4%
Uninsured	17.2%
	100% above US avg
Checkup Rate	75.5%
Dental Visits	49.4%
Premature Death	14,472/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.6/10
Exercise Access	17.3%
Healthcare Facilities	19

Waynesville has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)

Annual Average	65.5°F
	21% above US avg
January Average	50°F (10°C)
July Average	81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days	308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median	44.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	50 ft (15 m)
Area	0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density	1,064/sq mi
Coordinates	31.2272°N, 81.7836°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County FIPS	13025

It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 9.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 82.5-point margin. 69.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 91.1%

D 8.7%

Winner: Republican by 82.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	9.2%
	73% below US avg
High School+	81.9%
Graduate Degree+	10.1%
School Test Score	4.92

D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3	Metro — under 250K
Population Density	1,064/sq mi
Total Area	0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	69.1%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	19
Restaurants	13
Retail Stores	42

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	34.9 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Waynesville, GA

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Waynesville a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Waynesville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Waynesville vs U.S. Average

Income: Waynesville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities