Wayne County, UT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
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
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
2,557 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
78.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
25.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$70,074 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$364,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$384 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$740 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
48.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Utah
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

Utah
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 5 27
Feb 0 2 32
Mar 1 3 41
Apr 1 1 47
May 1 0 57
Jun 0 0 66
Jul 1 0 73
Aug 1 0 70
Sep 1 0 62
Oct 1 0 50
Nov 1 2 37
Dec 0 4 27

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 19% of residents leaning left and 74% leaning right.

Liberal (19%) (76%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 68%
Hillary Clinton 19%
Other 12%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, UT State Senate District 26, UT State House District 69, UT
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Schools

Hanksville School
17 miles, E • 3.2 star
Wayne Middle
31 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Wayne High
31 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Boulder School
34 miles, SW

Colleges

Snow College
82 miles, N • 1.4 star
Southern Utah University
120 miles, W • 1.9 star

Hospitals

Sevier Valley Hospital
69 miles, NW • 5 star
Gunnison Valley Hospital
76 miles, N • 4.1 star
Garfield Memorial Hospital
84 miles, W • 4.1 star

Airports

Canyonlands Field
75 miles, E • 1 star
Cedar City Regional Airport
121 miles, W • 1 star
Provo Municipal Airport
141 miles, N • 1 star
Grand Junction Regional Airport
146 miles, E • 1.4 star