Median Income
$102,596
37% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
12.0%
64% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Wayton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population213
Median Age50.8 yrs
Density52/mi²
Male / Female46% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Economy
A+
Median Income$102,596
Per Capita$33,944
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$139M
Commute34 min
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity37.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease6.5%
Climate
Avg Temp55°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain56.3 in/yr
Elevation1,883 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+12.0%
High School+97.5%
School Score4.91
Community
2024 VoteR 81% / D 17%
Commute34 min
Broadband84.0%
Libraries1
Is Wayton a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Wayton receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Wayton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Wayton is $102,596, which is significantly higher than the national average — 37% above $75,149. This places Wayton among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.
Education
12.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Wayton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.3 inches, including 9.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Wayton has a population of 213 with a density of 52 people per square mile. The median age is 50.8 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
50.8yrs
Median Age
31% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Wayton is $102,596, which is 37% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $102,596 |
| 37% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $33,944 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $695 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $47,562 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 117 |
| County GDP | $139M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 11 |
| Healthcare | 16 |
| Retail | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,700 |
| 51% below US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 33.6 min |
| Work from Home | 17.8% |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $700 |
| 1 Bedroom | $751 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $944 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,239 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,406 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,700 |
| 51% below US avg |
In Wayton, 37.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.4% report depression. 30.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Wayton vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.5% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.6% |
| Heart Disease | 6.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.5% |
| Asthma | 9.9% |
| COPD | 7.8% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.6% |
| Depression | 25.4% |
| Mental Distress | 19.9% |
| Physical Distress | 15.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.9% |
| Premature Death | 11,536/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 58.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 16 |
Crime Rates: Wayton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
Safety Score
Wayton has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
34°F Jan (1°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 55.2°F |
| 2% above US avg |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 56.3 inches |
| 48% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 9.7 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,883 ft (574 m) |
| Area | 4.1 sq mi (10.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 52/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.9194°N, 93.2596°W |
| County FIPS | 05101 |