Living in Wayne County, Missouri

Wayne County is a county in Missouri with a population of around 13,405. The main communities are Piedmont, Greenville, Williamsville.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,363/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $117K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.5%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings mild winters (highs around 47°F) and hot summers (highs around 86°F). Mountains are 1-3 hours away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk, tornado risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Wayne County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 48 and a predominantly working-class population (10% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.