Living in Wayne County, Nebraska

Wayne County is a county in Nebraska with a population of around 9,367. The main communities are Wayne, Wakefield.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,363/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $218K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.5%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 34°F) and hot summers (highs around 84°F). Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Wayne County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 32 and a moderately educated workforce (32% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.