Wayne County

As of the latest data, Wayne County, PA, has a population of approximately 52,000 people. The racial makeup is about 94% White, 3% Black or African American, 1.5% Asian, and 1.5% Hispanic or Latino. The median age is around 46 years. The county has around 21,000 households with an average household size of 2.4 individuals. Median household income is roughly $53,000, and approximately 11% of the population lives below the poverty line.

As of the latest data, Wayne County, PA, has a median home value of approximately $172,000. The median rent is around $850 per month. The homeownership rate stands at 78%, with the majority of homes being single-family residences. The housing market has experienced a moderate appreciation rate of around 4% annually. The vacancy rate is about 15%, reflecting a mix of seasonal homes and properties available for rent or sale.

Wayne County, PA, conducts elections for various local, state, and federal positions. As of the latest data, in the 2020 general election, Wayne County had 36,590 registered voters. The voter turnout was approximately 75.3%.

In recent local elections:

• For the 2023 municipal elections, key positions include County Commissioners, Sheriff, and various school board seats.
• The Republican primary for County Commissioner features incumbents Brian W. Smith and Joseph Adams.
• Democratic candidates include Wendell Kay and Jocelyn Cramer.

For school board elections, multiple districts have candidates vying for board seats, including incumbents and newcomers focusing on issues like education quality and budget management.

For up-to-date candidate lists and specific numerical data for the latest or upcoming elections, refer to the Wayne County Bureau of Elections website or local government resources.

As of the latest available data, Wayne County, PA has a high school graduation rate of approximately 89.9%, which is slightly higher than the national average of around 88% but lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 91.4%. For higher education, around 24.8% of Wayne County residents hold a bachelor’s degree or higher, which is below the national average of about 35% and Pennsylvania's average of 32.3%. These statistics suggest that while high school completion is relatively strong in Wayne County, the attainment of college degrees lags behind both national and state levels, indicating room for improvement in higher education pursuits within the county.

As of recent data, Wayne County, PA has a labor force of approximately 23,000 individuals, with an unemployment rate of around 6.3%, slightly above the national average which hovers around 3.5% and the Pennsylvania state average of about 4.9%.

Top industries in Wayne County include healthcare and social assistance, retail trade, and educational services. Healthcare and social assistance lead with around 20% of employment, followed by retail trade at 12%, and educational services at 10%.

Comparatively, the national employment sees healthcare at approximately 14.8%, retail trade at 10.6%, and educational services around 9%. Pennsylvania state mirrors these national trends, with healthcare and social assistance also being the dominant sector at around 16%, retail trade at 11%, and educational services at 9%.

Wayne County shows a robust focus on healthcare and retail, aligning closely with state and national employment trends but with a slightly higher unemployment rate.

As of the latest data, the median household income in Wayne County, PA is approximately $53,000. This figure contrasts with the national median household income, which stands at around $68,700. In comparison, the state of Pennsylvania has a median household income of about $63,400.

Here's a summary in a statistical table:

Wayne County's income lags behind both the national and state figures, reflecting regional economic conditions.

As of the latest available data, Wayne County, PA, exhibits relatively low crime rates compared to national averages. The total crime rate is approximately 1,325 incidents per 100,000 people annually. Violent crime rates are significantly lower than property crimes.

Wayne County, PA Crime Statistics (per 100,000 people annually)

These values are estimates and may vary based on different sources and reporting methodologies.

For the most up-to-date statistics, always refer to local law enforcement agencies or the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) program.