Wayne County, Pennsylvania Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Wayne County is located in Pennsylvania with a total population of 51,189. It is the 43rd most populous county out of 67 in Pennsylvania. The county encompasses 5 Census-designated places.

Age Demographics

The median age in Wayne County is 48.9 years. This is 20% higher than the state median of 40.9 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Wayne County is $62,182. This is 18% lower than the state median of $76,081. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 21% lower. The poverty rate stands at 12.2%. This is 4% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.8%. The unemployment rate is 6.0%. This is 15% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $228,200. Housing costs are 5% lower than the state median of $240,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.7x. 81.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% higher than the state average of 69.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Wayne County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.3% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.9%. The Black or African American population (2.9%) is well below the state average of 10.3%. The Asian population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 3.7%.

Education

21.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 37% lower than the state rate of 34.5%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 91.4%.