Wayne County's 2026 population is estimated at 90,929, reflecting a 0.09% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Wayne County is the 31st largest county in New York. The 2010 population was 93,751 and has grown -3.01% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 43.6 years
Female: 44.6 years
Male: 42.6 years
There are 71,846 adults, (18,932 of whom are seniors) in Wayne County.
Female: 45,325 (49.8%)
Male: 45,604 (50.2%)
The racial composition of Wayne County includes 87.59% White, and smaller percentages for Black or African American, other race, Asian, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 79,642 | 87.59% |
| Two or more races | 6,195 | 6.81% |
| Black or African American | 2,100 | 2.31% |
| Other race | 2,023 | 2.22% |
| Asian | 692 | 0.76% |
| Native American | 233 | 0.26% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 44 | 0.05% |
Wayne County 's average per capita income is $51,425. Household income levels show a median of $74,506. The poverty rate stands at 11.43%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $107,695 | - |
| Families | $96,782 | $108,894 |
| Households | $74,506 | $89,779 |
| Non Families | $38,952 | $51,820 |
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