Living in Wayne County, Ohio

Wayne County is a county in Ohio with a population of around 116,063. The main communities are Wooster, Orrville.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,363/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $269K. 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 38°F) and warm summers (highs around 77°F). Mountains are 1-3 hours away. The area has tornado risk worth factoring into home insurance decisions.

Demographics

Wayne County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 39 and a predominantly working-class population (22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.