County Profile
With a large number of employers, excellent educational facilities, affordable housing in idyllic neighborhoods and strong community ties; it’s easy to see why so many are proud to call Wayne County home, and so will you!
Population
116,806
Population
.002%
Population Growth
38.9
Median Age
Housing & Income
$69,876
Median Household Income
$164,300
Median Home Value
$770
Median Monthly Rent
46,483
Housing Units
5.4%
Housing Vacancy
2.0%
Rental Vacancy
Industries
Top Five Industries By Employment
14,863 jobs
Manufacturing
Top Five Industries By Salary
$147,904
Soap Manufacturing
6,897 jobs
Government
5,578 jobs
Local Government
5,681 jobs
Retail Trade
5,274 jobs
Health Care and Social Assistance
$146, 952
Investment Advice
$141,966
Management
$138,827
Pesticide Manufacturing
$135,950
Securities/Financial
Workforce
61,340
Labor Force
54,871
Jobs
3.4%
Unemployment Rate
5,834
Veterans
20.2 minutes
Average Commute Time
22,039
Commute into Wayne County
32%
Completed Higher Education
7%
Associates Degree
15%
Bachelor's Degree
10%
Graduate Degree
Data prepared by Team NEO