Wayne, WV

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
visibility Safety
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
1,433 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
54.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
6.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$31,797 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
62.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$74,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$347 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$506 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
30.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Wayne County
1
Huntington-Ashland Metro Area
2
West Virginia
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Wayne County
1
Huntington-Ashland Metro Area
2
West Virginia
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 5 32
Feb 3 4 35
Mar 4 2 43
Apr 4 0 54
May 5 0 63
Jun 4 0 71
Jul 5 0 75
Aug 4 0 74
Sep 3 0 66
Oct 3 0 55
Nov 3 0 45
Dec 4 2 35

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 36% of residents leaning left and 59% leaning right.

Liberal (37%) (60%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 74%
Hillary Clinton 22%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, WV State Senate District 5, WV Delegate District 28, WV
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Schools

Wayne Middle School
1 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Wayne High School
1 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Wayne Elementary School
2 miles, NE • 2.3 star
East Lynn Elementary School
6 miles, S • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Huntington Junior College
13 miles, N • 1 star
Marshall University
13 miles, NE • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Cabell Huntington Hospital Inc
12 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Three Rivers Medical Center
13 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Yeager Airport
47 miles, E • 1.4 star
Rickenbacker International Airport
112 miles, N • 1 star
Greenbrier Valley Airport
114 miles, SE • 1 star
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