Wayne County, GA
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Wayne County Overview
30,277
TOTAL POPULATION
15,113
MALE POPULATION
15,164
FEMALE POPULATION
99.66
MALES / 100 FEMALES
100.34
FEMALES / 100 MALES
38.7
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$24,838
PER CAPITA INCOME
$64,219
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$49,847
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
32.8%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
67.2¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$11,619
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.46
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
12,127
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
50.9%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Wayne County Area Codes
Race in Wayne County
The most populous races in Wayne County are White / Caucasian (21,946 | 72.5%), Black / African American (6,112 | 20.2%), and Hispanic or Latino (1,966 | 6.5%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 293 | 1.0% |
| Black / African American | 6,112 | 20.2% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 9 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1,966 | 6.5% |
| Native / Alaskan | 77 | 0.3% |
| White / Caucasian | 21,946 | 72.5% |
| Two or more Races | 828 | 2.7% |
| Some other Race | 1,012 | 3.3% |
| Total | 30,277 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Wayne County
The most populous ancestries reported in Wayne County are American (3,474 | 11.5%), English (2,128 | 7.0%), Irish (1,994 | 6.6%), German (1,482 | 4.9%), and Mexican (1,294 | 4.3%), together accounting for 34.3% of all Wayne County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 114 | 0.4% |
| American | 3,474 | 11.5% |
| Austrian | 40 | 0.1% |
| Bhutanese | 14 | 0.1% |
| British | 181 | 0.6% |
| Burmese | 45 | 0.2% |
| Cajun | 4 | 0.0% |
| Central American | 45 | 0.2% |
| Cherokee | 59 | 0.2% |
| Creek | 34 | 0.1% |
| Cuban | 8 | 0.0% |
| Czech | 13 | 0.0% |
| Dutch | 85 | 0.3% |
| Eastern European | 10 | 0.0% |
| English | 2,128 | 7.0% |
| European | 339 | 1.1% |
| Finnish | 7 | 0.0% |
| French | 180 | 0.6% |
| French Canadian | 22 | 0.1% |
| German | 1,482 | 4.9% |
| Greek | 11 | 0.0% |
| Guamanian / Chamorro | 9 | 0.0% |
| Haitian | 4 | 0.0% |
| Hungarian | 21 | 0.1% |
| Indonesian | 217 | 0.7% |
| Irish | 1,994 | 6.6% |
| Italian | 538 | 1.8% |
| Jamaican | 21 | 0.1% |
| Korean | 28 | 0.1% |
| Mexican | 1,294 | 4.3% |
| Navajo | 23 | 0.1% |
| Northern European | 55 | 0.2% |
| Norwegian | 123 | 0.4% |
| Panamanian | 9 | 0.0% |
| Polish | 144 | 0.5% |
| Portuguese | 5 | 0.0% |
| Puerto Rican | 311 | 1.0% |
| Salvadoran | 36 | 0.1% |
| Scandinavian | 34 | 0.1% |
| Scotch-Irish | 351 | 1.2% |
| Scottish | 469 | 1.5% |
| Slovak | 1 | 0.0% |
| South American | 8 | 0.0% |
| Spaniard | 7 | 0.0% |
| Spanish | 23 | 0.1% |
| Subsaharan African | 114 | 0.4% |
| Swiss | 48 | 0.2% |
| Thai | 12 | 0.0% |
| U.S. Virgin Islander | 5 | 0.0% |
| Venezuelan | 8 | 0.0% |
| Welsh | 127 | 0.4% |
| Yaqui | 51 | 0.2% |
| Yugoslavian | 27 | 0.1% | View All 53 Rows |
Immigrants in Wayne County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Wayne County came from Latin America (422 | 1.4%), Asia (265 | 0.9%), Central America (236 | 0.8%), South Eastern Asia (229 | 0.8%), and Mexico (178 | 0.6%), together accounting for 4.4% of all Wayne County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Asia | 265 | 0.9% |
| Caribbean | 104 | 0.3% |
| Central America | 236 | 0.8% |
| China | 4 | 0.0% |
| Colombia | 66 | 0.2% |
| Cuba | 17 | 0.1% |
| Dominica | 53 | 0.2% |
| Dominican Republic | 12 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 34 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Europe | 31 | 0.1% |
| El Salvador | 58 | 0.2% |
| Europe | 100 | 0.3% |
| Germany | 69 | 0.2% |
| Guyana | 8 | 0.0% |
| Haiti | 9 | 0.0% |
| Hungary | 31 | 0.1% |
| India | 2 | 0.0% |
| Jamaica | 13 | 0.0% |
| Korea | 30 | 0.1% |
| Latin America | 422 | 1.4% |
| Mexico | 178 | 0.6% |
| South America | 82 | 0.3% |
| South Central Asia | 2 | 0.0% |
| South Eastern Asia | 229 | 0.8% |
| Thailand | 108 | 0.4% |
| Venezuela | 8 | 0.0% |
| Vietnam | 12 | 0.0% |
| Western Europe | 69 | 0.2% | View All 28 Rows |
Sex and Age in Wayne County
Sex and Age in Wayne County
The most populous age groups in Wayne County are 35 to 39 Years (1,251 | 8.3%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (1,197 | 7.9%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 776 (5.1%) | 932 (6.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 1,001 (6.6%) | 1,100 (7.2%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 1,222 (8.1%) | 1,151 (7.6%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 930 (6.1%) | 1,068 (7.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 959 (6.4%) | 875 (5.8%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 931 (6.2%) | 820 (5.4%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 979 (6.5%) | 793 (5.2%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 1,251 (8.3%) | 861 (5.7%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 969 (6.4%) | 956 (6.3%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 1,104 (7.3%) | 871 (5.7%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 988 (6.5%) | 1,025 (6.8%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 934 (6.2%) | 785 (5.2%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 893 (5.9%) | 1,197 (7.9%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 775 (5.1%) | 971 (6.4%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 653 (4.3%) | 624 (4.1%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 355 (2.4%) | 473 (3.1%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 254 (1.7%) | 332 (2.2%) |
| 85 Years and over | 139 (0.9%) | 330 (2.2%) |
| Total | 15,113 (100.0%) | 15,164 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Wayne County
Median Family Size in Wayne County
The median family size in Wayne County is 3.22 persons per family, with single male/father families (523 | 7.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.11 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (1,857 | 25.1%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.13 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 5,025 (67.9%) | 3.17 |
| Single Male/Father | 523 (7.1%) | 4.11 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,857 (25.1%) | 3.13 |
| Total Families | 7,405 (100.0%) | 3.22 |
Median Household Size in Wayne County
The median household size in Wayne County is 2.64 persons per household, with single male/father households (523 | 4.9%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.54 persons per household. non-family households (3,349 | 31.1%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.15 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 5,025 (46.7%) | 3.18 |
| Single Male/Father | 523 (4.9%) | 4.54 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,857 (17.3%) | 3.31 |
| Non-family | 3,349 (31.1%) | 1.15 |
| Total Households | 10,754 (100.0%) | 2.64 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Wayne County
Out of a total of 10,754 households in Wayne County, 7,405 (68.9%) are family households, while 3,349 (31.1%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 3,018, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 3,038.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 3,038 (28.2%) |
| 2-Person Households | 3,018 (28.1%) | 284 (2.6%) |
| 3-Person Households | 1,578 (14.7%) | 8 (0.1%) |
| 4-Person Households | 1,759 (16.4%) | 19 (0.2%) |
| 5-Person Households | 556 (5.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 360 (3.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 134 (1.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 7,405 (68.9%) | 3,349 (31.1%) |
Female Fertility in Wayne County
Fertility by Age in Wayne County
Average fertility rate in Wayne County is 28.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 62.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 85.1% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 154 (85.1%) | 62.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 27 (14.9%) | 9.0 |
| Total | 181 (100.0%) | 28.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Wayne County
50.8% of women with births (181) in Wayne County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 35 to 50 years age bracket with 51.8% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 48.7% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 79 (51.3%) | 75 (48.7%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 13 (48.1%) | 14 (51.8%) |
| Total | 92 (50.8%) | 89 (49.2%) |
Fertility by Education in Wayne County
Average fertility rate in Wayne County is 28.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the highest fertility rate of 66.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree have the lowest fertility at 18.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of less than high school represent 34.8% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 63 (34.8%) | 41.0 |
| High School Diploma | 38 (21.0%) | 19.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 34 (18.8%) | 18.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 35 (19.3%) | 66.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 11 (6.1%) | 22.0 |
| Total | 181 (100.0%) | 28.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Wayne County
49.2% of women with births in Wayne County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 89.5% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 16 (25.4%) | 47 (74.6%) |
| High School Diploma | 4 (10.5%) | 34 (89.5%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 26 (76.5%) | 8 (23.5%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 35 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 11 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 92 (50.8%) | 89 (49.2%) |
Income in Wayne County
Income Overview in Wayne County
Per Capita Income in Wayne County is $24,838, while median incomes of families and households are $64,219 and $49,847 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 30,277 | $24,838 |
| Median Family Income | 7,405 | $64,219 |
| Mean Family Income | 7,405 | $80,341 |
| Median Household Income | 10,754 | $49,847 |
| Mean Household Income | 10,754 | $67,746 |
| Income Deficit | 7,405 | $11,619 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 30,277 | 32.79% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 30,277 | 67.21¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 30,277 | 0.46 |
Earnings by Sex in Wayne County
Average Earnings in Wayne County are $32,269, $37,864 for men and $25,448 for women, a difference of 32.8%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 7,048 (55.0%) | $37,864 |
| Female | 5,754 (45.0%) | $25,448 |
| Total | 12,802 (100.0%) | $32,269 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Wayne County
The most common earnings brackets in Wayne County are $65,000 to $74,999 for men (868 | 12.3%) and $75,000 to $99,999 for women (501 | 8.7%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 308 (4.4%) | 416 (7.2%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 193 (2.7%) | 118 (2.1%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 175 (2.5%) | 217 (3.8%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 156 (2.2%) | 354 (6.1%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 130 (1.8%) | 401 (7.0%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 179 (2.5%) | 290 (5.0%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 413 (5.9%) | 348 (6.0%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 241 (3.4%) | 85 (1.5%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 256 (3.6%) | 302 (5.2%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 275 (3.9%) | 286 (5.0%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 398 (5.7%) | 458 (8.0%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 663 (9.4%) | 382 (6.6%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 366 (5.2%) | 194 (3.4%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 260 (3.7%) | 176 (3.1%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 158 (2.2%) | 160 (2.8%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 299 (4.2%) | 177 (3.1%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 441 (6.3%) | 383 (6.7%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 868 (12.3%) | 324 (5.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 689 (9.8%) | 501 (8.7%) |
| $100,000+ | 580 (8.2%) | 182 (3.2%) |
| Total | 7,048 (100.0%) | 5,754 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Wayne County
Average earnings in Wayne County are $42,060 for men and $30,158 for women, a difference of 28.3%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $73,715, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $32,024. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $66,118, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $14,091.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $32,024 | $14,091 |
| High School Diploma | $37,295 | $22,182 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $48,477 | $32,048 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $73,715 | $49,490 |
| Graduate Degree | $58,631 | $66,118 |
| Total | $42,060 | $30,158 |
Family Income in Wayne County
Family Income Brackets in Wayne County
According to the Wayne County family income data, there are 1,274 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 17.2% of all families. Conversely, the $200,000+ income bracket is the least frequent group with only 222 families (3.0%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 363 | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 244 | 3.3% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 548 | 7.4% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 844 | 11.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,000 | 13.5% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,274 | 17.2% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,014 | 13.7% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,222 | 16.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 674 | 9.1% |
| $200,000+ | 222 | 3.0% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Wayne County
4-person families (1,722 | 23.3%) account for the highest median family income in Wayne County with $80,773 per family, while 2-person families (3,192 | 43.1%) have the highest median income of $28,372 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 3,192 (43.1%) | $56,743 |
| 3-Person Families | 1,544 (20.8%) | $65,073 |
| 4-Person Families | 1,722 (23.3%) | $80,773 |
| 5-Person Families | 571 (7.7%) | $69,965 |
| 6-Person Families | 258 (3.5%) | $52,941 |
| 7+ Person Families | 118 (1.6%) | $78,542 |
| Total | 7,405 (100.0%) | $64,219 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Wayne County
The median family income in Wayne County is $64,219, with families comprising 2 earners (2,246) having the highest median family income of $106,875, while families with no earners (1,447) have the lowest median family income of $36,185, accounting for 30.3% and 19.5% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 1,447 (19.5%) | $36,185 |
| 1 Earner | 2,958 (40.0%) | $41,990 |
| 2 Earners | 2,246 (30.3%) | $106,875 |
| 3+ Earners | 754 (10.2%) | $99,879 |
| Total | 7,405 (100.0%) | $64,219 |
Household Income in Wayne County
Household Income Brackets in Wayne County
With 1,753 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Wayne County, accounting for 16.3% of all households. In contrast, only 247 households (2.3%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 548 | 5.1% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 688 | 6.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 1,506 | 14.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 1,269 | 11.8% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,387 | 12.9% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,753 | 16.3% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,312 | 12.2% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,323 | 12.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 721 | 6.7% |
| $200,000+ | 247 | 2.3% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Wayne County
The median household income in Wayne County is $49,847, with the highest median household income of $59,674 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 4,000 households (37.2%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $35,024, with 3,003 households (27.9%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 312 (2.9%) | $42,397 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 3,439 (32.0%) | $56,985 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 4,000 (37.2%) | $59,674 |
| 65+ Years | 3,003 (27.9%) | $35,024 |
| Total | 10,754 (100.0%) | $49,847 |
Poverty in Wayne County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Wayne County
With 15.1% poverty level for males and 20.9% for females among the residents of Wayne County, 15 year old males and 16 and 17 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 70 males (56.0%) and 267 females (56.2%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 178 (23.2%) | 148 (16.0%) |
| 5 Years | 51 (44.4%) | 56 (22.1%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 212 (16.4%) | 321 (23.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 240 (29.5%) | 184 (31.9%) |
| 15 Years | 70 (56.0%) | 76 (52.8%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 103 (24.5%) | 267 (56.2%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 318 (24.7%) | 205 (15.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 17 (1.1%) | 423 (26.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 191 (12.1%) | 355 (19.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 140 (8.3%) | 419 (22.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 351 (20.8%) | 305 (15.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 60 (4.6%) | 205 (13.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 91 (13.1%) | 164 (15.2%) |
| Total | 2,022 (15.1%) | 3,128 (20.9%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Wayne County
According to the poverty statistics in Wayne County, males aged 25 to 34 years and females aged 65 to 74 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 98.9% of males and 86.7% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 588 (76.8%) | 777 (84.0%) |
| 5 Years | 64 (55.6%) | 197 (77.9%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 1,079 (83.6%) | 1,073 (77.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 574 (70.5%) | 392 (68.1%) |
| 15 Years | 55 (44.0%) | 68 (47.2%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 317 (75.5%) | 208 (43.8%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 967 (75.2%) | 1,117 (84.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 1,583 (98.9%) | 1,186 (73.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,390 (87.9%) | 1,447 (80.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,552 (91.7%) | 1,474 (77.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,338 (79.2%) | 1,673 (84.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,247 (95.4%) | 1,337 (86.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 605 (86.9%) | 915 (84.8%) |
| Total | 11,359 (84.9%) | 11,864 (79.1%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Wayne County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Wayne County show that 6.9% or 347 of the total 5,025 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 9.2%, comprising of 158 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 2,717 (93.5%) | 189 (6.5%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 1,565 (90.8%) | 158 (9.2%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 384 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 12 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,678 (93.1%) | 347 (6.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Wayne County
According to the poverty data in Wayne County, 13.8% or 72 single-father households and 37.2% or 691 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 48 households (33.8%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 22 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 48 (33.8%) | 43 (5.9%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 409 (49.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 24 (22.4%) | 217 (76.4%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 22 (100.0%) |
| Total | 72 (13.8%) | 691 (37.2%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Wayne County
The poverty data for Wayne County shows that 347 of the married-couple family households (6.9%) and 763 of the single-parent households (32.1%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 158 households (9.2%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 241 household (61.6%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 189 (6.5%) | 91 (10.4%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 158 (9.2%) | 409 (39.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 241 (61.6%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 22 (26.8%) |
| Total | 347 (6.9%) | 763 (32.1%) |
Employment Characteristics in Wayne County
Employment by Class of Employer in Wayne County
Among the 10,946 employed individuals in Wayne County, private company employees (7,198 | 65.8%), self-employed (not incorporated) (1,128 | 10.3%), and local government employees (1,062 | 9.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 7,198 | 65.8% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 345 | 3.2% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 1,128 | 10.3% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 337 | 3.1% |
| Local Government Employees | 1,062 | 9.7% |
| State Government Employees | 620 | 5.7% |
| Federal Government Employees | 236 | 2.2% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 20 | 0.2% |
| Total | 10,946 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Wayne County
According to the labor force statistics for Wayne County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (23,826), 50.9% or 12,127 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.2% or 752 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 68.8% or 1,262 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 23.5% or 297 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 550 (31.8%) | 74 (13.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,262 (68.8%) | 297 (23.5%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 1,152 (65.8%) | 122 (10.6%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 1,182 (66.7%) | 44 (3.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,769 (68.6%) | 69 (2.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,588 (64.9%) | 83 (3.2%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,133 (65.9%) | 19 (1.7%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 589 (28.2%) | 36 (6.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 644 (21.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 250 (13.3%) | 4 (1.6%) |
| Total | 12,127 (50.9%) | 752 (6.2%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Wayne County
According to labor force statistics for Wayne County, 61.3% of individuals (9,414) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (15,357) are in the labor force, with 3.9% or 367 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 83.7% or 1,825 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 13.2% or 94 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 713 (33.3%) | 283 (13.2%) |
| High School Diploma | 3,919 (59.0%) | 259 (3.9%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 2,956 (67.3%) | 88 (2.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,825 (83.7%) | 79 (3.6%) |
| Total | 9,414 (61.3%) | 599 (3.9%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Wayne County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Wayne County are Community & Social Service (1,014 | 8.9%), Management (941 | 8.3%), Education Instruction & Library (688 | 6.1%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (627 | 5.5%), and Health Technologists (383 | 3.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Wayne County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (51.3%), and Business & Financial (47.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (94.9%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (91.3%), and Community & Social Service (88.7%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 357 (37.9%) | 584 (62.1%) |
| Business & Financial | 101 (47.9%) | 110 (52.1%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 172 (51.3%) | 163 (48.7%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 70 (43.2%) | 92 (56.8%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 92 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 10 (12.3%) | 71 (87.6%) |
| Community & Social Service | 115 (11.3%) | 899 (88.7%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 14 (11.6%) | 107 (88.4%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 4 (5.1%) | 74 (94.9%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 86 (12.5%) | 602 (87.5%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 11 (8.7%) | 116 (91.3%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 203 (32.4%) | 424 (67.6%) |
| Health Technologists | 50 (13.1%) | 333 (87.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 948 (30.3%) | 2,180 (69.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,161 (54.3%) | 5,184 (45.7%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Wayne County are Cleaning & Maintenance (999 | 8.8%), Food Preparation & Serving (473 | 4.2%), Security & Protection (443 | 3.9%), Healthcare Support (276 | 2.4%), and Firefighting & Prevention (242 | 2.1%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Wayne County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (78.6%), Security & Protection (63.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (57.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (93.8%), Healthcare Support (89.9%), and Food Preparation & Serving (51.2%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 28 (10.1%) | 248 (89.9%) |
| Security & Protection | 279 (63.0%) | 164 (37.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 121 (50.0%) | 121 (50.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 158 (78.6%) | 43 (21.4%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 231 (48.8%) | 242 (51.2%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 578 (57.9%) | 421 (42.1%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 15 (6.2%) | 225 (93.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,131 (46.5%) | 1,300 (53.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,161 (54.3%) | 5,184 (45.7%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Wayne County are Office & Administration (945 | 8.3%), and Sales & Related (745 | 6.6%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 277 (37.2%) | 468 (62.8%) |
| Office & Administration | 94 (10.0%) | 851 (90.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 371 (22.0%) | 1,319 (78.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,161 (54.3%) | 5,184 (45.7%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Wayne County are Construction & Extraction (1,080 | 9.5%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (705 | 6.2%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (75 | 0.7%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 30 (40.0%) | 45 (60.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 1,047 (96.9%) | 33 (3.1%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 681 (96.6%) | 24 (3.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,758 (94.5%) | 102 (5.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,161 (54.3%) | 5,184 (45.7%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Wayne County are Production (1,096 | 9.7%), Material Moving (878 | 7.7%), and Transportation (262 | 2.3%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 944 (86.1%) | 152 (13.9%) |
| Transportation | 256 (97.7%) | 6 (2.3%) |
| Material Moving | 753 (85.8%) | 125 (14.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,953 (87.3%) | 283 (12.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,161 (54.3%) | 5,184 (45.7%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Wayne County
Employment Industries in Wayne County
The major employment industries in Wayne County include Manufacturing (1,508 | 13.3%), Construction (1,475 | 13.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (1,472 | 13.0%), Retail Trade (1,187 | 10.5%), and Educational Services (1,089 | 9.6%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Wayne County
The Wayne County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (94.9%), and Manufacturing (89.7%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (100.0%), Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (83.0%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 99 (48.3%) | 106 (51.7%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 30 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 1,400 (94.9%) | 75 (5.1%) |
| Manufacturing | 1,352 (89.7%) | 156 (10.3%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 95 (85.6%) | 16 (14.4%) |
| Retail Trade | 513 (43.2%) | 674 (56.8%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 283 (71.7%) | 112 (28.3%) |
| Utilities | 215 (88.5%) | 28 (11.5%) |
| Information | 0 (0.0%) | 49 (100.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 43 (27.6%) | 113 (72.4%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (100.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 83 (34.4%) | 158 (65.6%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 540 (52.5%) | 488 (47.5%) |
| Educational Services | 206 (18.9%) | 883 (81.1%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 251 (17.1%) | 1,221 (83.0%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 71 (64.0%) | 40 (36.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 270 (38.7%) | 428 (61.3%) |
| Public Administration | 300 (49.5%) | 306 (50.5%) |
| Total | 6,161 (54.3%) | 5,184 (45.7%) |
Education in Wayne County
School Enrollment in Wayne County
The most common levels of schooling among the 7,221 students in Wayne County are elementary school (1,898 | 26.3%), middle school (1,792 | 24.8%), and high school (1,562 | 21.6%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 630 | 8.7% |
| Kindergarten | 337 | 4.7% |
| Elementary School | 1,898 | 26.3% |
| Middle School | 1,792 | 24.8% |
| High School | 1,562 | 21.6% |
| College / Undergraduate | 954 | 13.2% |
| Graduate / Professional | 48 | 0.7% |
| Total | 7,221 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Wayne County
Out of a total of 7,221 students who are enrolled in schools in Wayne County, 794 (11.0%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 6,427 (89.0%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 154 (30.1% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 1,107 (96.2% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 374 (86.2%) | 60 (13.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 1,776 (91.9%) | 156 (8.1%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 2,048 (86.8%) | 312 (13.2%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 1,107 (96.2%) | 44 (3.8%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 357 (69.9%) | 154 (30.1%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 387 (91.1%) | 38 (8.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 137 (91.9%) | 12 (8.1%) |
| 35 Years and over | 242 (93.4%) | 17 (6.6%) |
| Total | 6,427 (89.0%) | 794 (11.0%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Wayne County
Education (797 | 27.0%), business (568 | 19.2%), science & technology (266 | 9.0%), psychology (236 | 8.0%), and arts & humanities (196 | 6.6%) are the most common fields of study among 2,956 individuals in Wayne County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 25 | 0.9% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 99 | 3.4% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 29 | 1.0% |
| Psychology | 236 | 8.0% |
| Social Sciences | 166 | 5.6% |
| Engineering | 184 | 6.2% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 266 | 9.0% |
| Business | 568 | 19.2% |
| Education | 797 | 27.0% |
| Literature & Languages | 55 | 1.9% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 188 | 6.4% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 122 | 4.1% |
| Communications | 25 | 0.9% |
| Arts & Humanities | 196 | 6.6% |
| Total | 2,956 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Wayne County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Wayne County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Wayne County are males with 2 vehicles (2,448, accounting for 40.7%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,942, making up 49.7%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 288 (4.8%) | 96 (1.9%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,049 (17.4%) | 1,006 (20.4%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 2,448 (40.7%) | 1,942 (39.4%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 1,462 (24.3%) | 1,110 (22.5%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 394 (6.6%) | 466 (9.5%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 375 (6.2%) | 306 (6.2%) |
| Total | 6,016 (100.0%) | 4,926 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Wayne County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Wayne County are 15 to 19 minutes (2,292 commuters, 21.7%), 20 to 24 minutes (1,403 commuters, 13.3%), and 10 to 14 minutes (1,353 commuters, 12.8%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 291 | 2.8% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,317 | 12.5% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,353 | 12.8% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 2,292 | 21.7% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 1,403 | 13.3% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 308 | 2.9% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 852 | 8.1% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 179 | 1.7% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 161 | 1.5% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 955 | 9.1% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 1,178 | 11.2% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 254 | 2.4% |
Commute Time by Sex in Wayne County
The most common commute times in Wayne County are 15 to 19 minutes (1,067 commuters, 18.4%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (1,225 commuters, 25.9%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 139 (2.4%) | 152 (3.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 516 (8.9%) | 801 (16.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 597 (10.3%) | 756 (16.0%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 1,067 (18.4%) | 1,225 (25.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 950 (16.4%) | 453 (9.6%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 176 (3.0%) | 132 (2.8%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 598 (10.3%) | 254 (5.4%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 120 (2.1%) | 59 (1.3%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 128 (2.2%) | 33 (0.7%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 698 (12.0%) | 257 (5.4%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 620 (10.7%) | 558 (11.8%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 196 (3.4%) | 58 (1.2%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Wayne County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Wayne County are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (1,068, 18.4%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (1,011, 21.3%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 383 (6.6%) | 191 (4.0%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 455 (7.8%) | 152 (3.2%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 234 (4.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 1,068 (18.4%) | 375 (7.9%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 980 (16.9%) | 759 (16.0%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 985 (17.0%) | 1,011 (21.3%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 416 (7.2%) | 854 (18.0%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 298 (5.1%) | 481 (10.2%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 238 (4.1%) | 279 (5.9%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 51 (0.9%) | 70 (1.5%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 57 (1.0%) | 109 (2.3%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 32 (0.5%) | 52 (1.1%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 327 (5.6%) | 150 (3.2%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 281 (4.8%) | 255 (5.4%) |
| Total | 5,805 (100.0%) | 4,738 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Wayne County
Occupancy by Ownership in Wayne County
Of the total 10,754 dwellings in Wayne County, owner-occupied units account for 6,923 (64.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 3,831 (35.6%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 6,923 | 64.4% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 3,831 | 35.6% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 10,754 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Wayne County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 3,038 | 28.2% |
| 2-Person Household | 3,302 | 30.7% |
| 3-Person Household | 1,586 | 14.7% |
| 4+ Person Household | 2,828 | 26.3% |
| Total Housing Units | 10,754 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Wayne County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 1,560 (51.3%) | 1,478 (48.6%) |
| 2-Person Household | 2,651 (80.3%) | 651 (19.7%) |
| 3-Person Household | 1,015 (64.0%) | 571 (36.0%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,697 (60.0%) | 1,131 (40.0%) |
| Total Housing Units | 6,923 (64.4%) | 3,831 (35.6%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Wayne County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 814 (60.9%) | 523 (39.1%) |
| High School Diploma | 2,578 (57.0%) | 1,947 (43.0%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 2,228 (69.7%) | 969 (30.3%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,303 (76.9%) | 392 (23.1%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Wayne County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 1,737 | 16.2% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,014 | 18.7% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,048 | 19.0% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,952 | 18.1% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,636 | 15.2% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 1,078 | 10.0% |
| 85 Years and Over | 289 | 2.7% |
| Total | 10,754 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Wayne County
Median Income by Occupancy in Wayne County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 6,923 (64.4%) | $60,186 |
| Renter-Occupied | 3,831 (35.6%) | $36,370 |
| Average | 10,754 (100.0%) | $49,847 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Wayne County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 162 (2.3%) | 241 (6.3%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 70 (1.0%) | 71 (1.8%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 404 (5.8%) | 279 (7.3%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 303 (4.4%) | 647 (16.9%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 456 (6.6%) | 99 (2.6%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 718 (10.4%) | 550 (14.4%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 915 (13.2%) | 476 (12.4%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 938 (13.6%) | 819 (21.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 896 (12.9%) | 417 (10.9%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,137 (16.4%) | 190 (5.0%) |
| $150,000 or more | 924 (13.4%) | 42 (1.1%) |
| Total | 6,923 (100.0%) | 3,831 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Wayne County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 1,074 (15.5%) | 120 (3.1%) |
| $300 to $499 | 1,570 (22.7%) | 338 (8.8%) |
| $500 to $799 | 1,382 (20.0%) | 1,237 (32.3%) |
| $800 to $999 | 332 (4.8%) | 921 (24.0%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 1,365 (19.7%) | 726 (19.0%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 776 (11.2%) | 88 (2.3%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 250 (3.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 93 (1.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 81 (1.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 6,923 (100.0%) | 3,831 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Wayne County
Housing Structures in Wayne County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 6,715 | 62.4% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 121 | 1.1% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 231 | 2.1% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 279 | 2.6% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 124 | 1.1% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 72 | 0.7% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 3,212 | 29.9% |
| Total | 10,754 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Wayne County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 5,135 (76.5%) | 1,580 (23.5%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 75 (62.0%) | 46 (38.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 231 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 279 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 3 (2.4%) | 121 (97.6%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 72 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1,710 (53.2%) | 1,502 (46.8%) |
| Total | 6,923 (64.4%) | 3,831 (35.6%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Wayne County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 29 (0.4%) | 28 (0.7%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 190 (2.7%) | 430 (11.2%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 1,522 (22.0%) | 1,646 (43.0%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 3,500 (50.6%) | 1,404 (36.6%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 1,682 (24.3%) | 323 (8.4%) |
| Total | 6,923 (100.0%) | 3,831 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Wayne County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 681 (9.8%) | 201 (5.2%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 264 (3.8%) | 99 (2.6%) |
| Electricity | 5,853 (84.5%) | 3,453 (90.1%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 87 (1.3%) | 7 (0.2%) |
| No Fuel Used | 38 (0.5%) | 71 (1.8%) |
| Total | 6,923 (100.0%) | 3,831 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Wayne County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 179 (2.6%) | 552 (14.4%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,811 (26.2%) | 1,801 (47.0%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 2,662 (38.5%) | 1,151 (30.0%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 2,271 (32.8%) | 327 (8.5%) |
| Total | 6,923 (100.0%) | 3,831 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Wayne County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Wayne County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 3,458 | 3,465 |
| Median Property Value | $101,900 | $165,700 |
| Median Household Income | $39,401 | $567 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $366 | $80 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $748 | $167 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Wayne County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 779 (22.5%) | 337 (9.7%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 938 (27.1%) | 640 (18.5%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 1,471 (42.5%) | 2,032 (58.6%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 206 (6.0%) | 308 (8.9%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 31 (0.9%) | 108 (3.1%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 32 (0.9%) | 9 (0.3%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 1 (0.0%) | 31 (0.9%) |
| Total | 3,458 (100.0%) | 3,465 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Wayne County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 218 (6.3%) | 55 (1.6%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 859 (24.8%) | 14 (0.4%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 455 (13.2%) | 304 (8.8%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 452 (13.1%) | 263 (7.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 485 (14.0%) | 463 (13.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 364 (10.5%) | 453 (13.1%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 268 (7.7%) | 532 (15.3%) |
| $150,000 or more | 357 (10.3%) | 869 (25.1%) |
| Total | 3,458 (100.0%) | 3,465 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Wayne County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 1,639 (47.4%) | 85,637 (2,471.5%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 622 (18.0%) | 1,926 (55.6%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 324 (9.4%) | 658 (19.0%) |
| 4.0x or more | 803 (23.2%) | 212 (6.1%) |
| Total | 3,458 (100.0%) | 3,465 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Wayne County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 1,643 (47.5%) | 10 (0.3%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 736 (21.3%) | 709 (20.5%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 758 (21.9%) | 886 (25.6%) |
| Total | 3,458 (100.0%) | 3,465 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Wayne County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Wayne County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 1,950 (93.9%) | 126 (6.1%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 5,120 (90.3%) | 550 (9.7%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,644 (66.1%) | 844 (33.9%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 1,480 (50.9%) | 1,428 (49.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,378 (70.6%) | 992 (29.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,776 (77.4%) | 809 (22.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,955 (80.6%) | 712 (19.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,848 (100.0%) | 1 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 1,775 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 22,926 (80.8%) | 5,462 (19.2%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Wayne County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 1,950 (93.9%) | 126 (6.1%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 5,120 (90.3%) | 550 (9.7%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 1,644 (66.1%) | 844 (33.9%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Wayne County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 3,364 (66.8%) | 1,668 (33.2%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 4,654 (76.6%) | 1,420 (23.4%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 3,792 (83.7%) | 741 (16.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 3,627 (83.9%) | 696 (16.1%) |
| $100,000 and over | 7,454 (89.1%) | 910 (10.9%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Wayne County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 1,280 (61.7%) | 974 (46.9%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 2,521 (44.5%) | 3,011 (53.1%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 160 (6.4%) | 1,522 (61.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 530 (18.2%) | 1,071 (36.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 546 (16.2%) | 1,961 (58.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 624 (17.4%) | 2,454 (68.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 985 (26.9%) | 2,201 (60.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,842 (99.8%) | 1,324 (46.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,738 (97.9%) | 1,000 (56.3%) |
| Total | 11,226 (39.5%) | 15,518 (54.7%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Wayne County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 245 (8.9%) | 56 (1.9%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 267 (9.3%) | 390 (13.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 1,021 (20.6%) | 1,345 (23.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 374 (28.6%) | 464 (30.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 246 (35.3%) | 500 (46.3%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Wayne County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (0.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 57 (1.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 457 (9.2%) | 187 (3.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 192 (14.7%) | 61 (4.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 153 (22.0%) | 169 (15.7%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 9 (0.3%) | 2 (0.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 72 (2.5%) | 46 (1.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 299 (6.0%) | 398 (7.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 93 (7.1%) | 72 (4.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 54 (7.8%) | 60 (5.6%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 188 (6.8%) | 43 (1.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 175 (6.1%) | 107 (3.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 295 (6.0%) | 726 (12.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 35 (2.7%) | 136 (8.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 42 (6.0%) | 171 (15.9%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 81 (2.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 11 (0.4%) | 158 (5.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 637 (12.9%) | 983 (17.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 110 (8.4%) | 333 (21.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 157 (22.6%) | 349 (32.3%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 77 (2.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 11 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 223 (4.5%) | 86 (1.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 26 (2.0%) | 114 (7.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 97 (13.9%) | 156 (14.5%) |
Technology Access in Wayne County
Computing Device Access in Wayne County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 6,582 | 61.2% |
| Smartphone | 9,411 | 87.5% |
| Tablet | 5,869 | 54.6% |
| No Computing Device | 872 | 8.1% |
| Total | 10,754 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Wayne County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 50 | 0.5% |
| Broadband Home | 6,002 | 55.8% |
| Cellular Data Only | 1,924 | 17.9% |
| Satellite Internet | 1,105 | 10.3% |
| No Internet | 2,011 | 18.7% |
| Total | 10,754 | 100.0% |
Wayne County Summary
Wayne County is located in the southeastern part of the U.S. state of Georgia. It is part of the Brunswick, Georgia Metropolitan Statistical Area. The county seat is Jesup. As of the 2010 census, the population was 30,099.
History
Wayne County was created in 1803 from a portion of Appling County. It was named for General Anthony Wayne, a Revolutionary War hero. The first county seat was Waynesville, which was later renamed Jesup.
Geography
Wayne County is located in the southeastern part of Georgia, about 50 miles north of the Atlantic Ocean. It is bordered by Appling County to the north, Brantley County to the east, Long County to the south, and Pierce County to the west. The county has a total area of 545 square miles, of which 543 square miles is land and 2.2 square miles is water.
The county is mostly flat, with some rolling hills in the northern part. The Altamaha River forms the western border of the county, and the Satilla River forms the eastern border. The county is home to several large swamps, including the Altamaha Swamp, the Little Satilla Swamp, and the Okefenokee Swamp.
Economy
The economy of Wayne County is largely based on agriculture. The county is home to several large farms, which produce a variety of crops, including cotton, peanuts, corn, soybeans, and hay. The county also has a thriving timber industry, with several large sawmills located in the area.
In addition to agriculture and timber, Wayne County is home to several manufacturing companies. The county is home to a large paper mill, as well as several food processing plants. The county also has a growing tourism industry, with several popular attractions, including the Okefenokee Swamp, the Altamaha River, and the Satilla River.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 30,099 people, 11,717 households, and 8,072 families living in Wayne County. The population density was 56 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was 68.3% White, 28.2% African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 1.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.3% of the population.
The median income for a household in the county was $32,917, and the median income for a family was $40,945. The per capita income for the county was $16,845. About 18.2% of families and 22.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 30.2% of those under age 18 and 17.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Wayne County?
Total Population of Wayne County is 30,277.
What is the Total Male Population of Wayne County?
Total Male Population of Wayne County is 15,113.
What is the Total Female Population of Wayne County?
Total Female Population of Wayne County is 15,164.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Wayne County?
There are 99.66 Males per 100 Females in Wayne County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Wayne County?
There are 100.34 Females per 100 Males in Wayne County.
What is the Median Population Age in Wayne County?
Median Population Age in Wayne County is 38.7 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Wayne County
Average Family Size in Wayne County is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Wayne County
Average Household Size in Wayne County is 2.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Wayne County?
Per Capita income in Wayne County is $24,838.
What is the Median Family Income in Wayne County?
Median Family Income in Wayne County is $64,219.
What is the Median Household income in Wayne County?
Median Household Income in Wayne County is $49,847.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Wayne County?
Income or Wage Gap in Wayne County is 32.8%.
Women in Wayne County earn 67.2 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Wayne County?
Family Income Deficit in Wayne County is $11,619.
Families that are below poverty line in Wayne County earn $11,619 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Wayne County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Wayne County is 0.46.
How Large is the Labor Force in Wayne County?
There are 12,127 People in the Labor Forcein in Wayne County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Wayne County?
50.9% of People are in the Labor Force in Wayne County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Wayne County?
Unemployment Rate in Wayne County is 6.2%.