Wayland, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 4/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
1,140 332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
24.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$67,000 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
97.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$122,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$580 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$588 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
70.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Henry County
2
Iowa
3
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Henry County
2
Iowa
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 7 23
Feb 2 7 27
Mar 3 3 39
Apr 3 1 51
May 5 0 62
Jun 5 0 71
Jul 4 0 75
Aug 4 0 73
Sep 4 0 65
Oct 3 0 53
Nov 2 1 40
Dec 2 7 27

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (57%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 64%
Hillary Clinton 28%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, IA State Senate District 48, IA State House District 95, IA
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Schools

WACO High School
<1 miles, N • 4.6 star
Waco Elementary School
8 miles, E • 4.6 star
Washington High School
10 miles, N • 4.6 star
Lincoln Upper Elementary School
10 miles, N • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Iowa Wesleyan University
13 miles, S • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Henry County Health Center
14 miles, S • 4.1 star
Jefferson County Health Center
20 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Airports

The Eastern Iowa Airport
51 miles, N • 1.4 star
Quad City International Airport
63 miles, E • 1.4 star
Dubuque Regional Airport
99 miles, NE • 1 star
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