Wayne County's 2026 population is estimated at 116,626, reflecting a 0% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Wayne County is the 24th largest county in Ohio. The 2010 population was 114,409 and has grown 1.94% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 38.9 years
Female: 40.5 years
Male: 37.5 years
There are 88,652 adults, (22,186 of whom are seniors) in Wayne County.
Female: 58,544 (50.2%)
Male: 58,044 (49.8%)
The racial composition of Wayne County includes 93.33% White, and smaller percentages for Black or African American, Asian, other race, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 108,807 | 93.33% |
| Two or more races | 3,943 | 3.38% |
| Black or African American | 1,406 | 1.21% |
| Asian | 1,341 | 1.15% |
| Other race | 986 | 0.85% |
| Native American | 105 | 0.09% |
Wayne County 's average per capita income is $48,790. Household income levels show a median of $73,574. The poverty rate stands at 9.41%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $95,194 | $117,695 |
| Families | $87,580 | $109,309 |
| Households | $73,574 | $91,644 |
| Non Families | $39,398 | $52,048 |
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