Wayne township, Indiana
Wayne township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Wayne township is a geographic entity located in Noble County, Indiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 11,013. The land area covers 35.47 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 11,013 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 41 yrs | ±2.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 4,776 | ±297 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 4,995 | ±300 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 4,776 | ±297 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 219 | ±117 |
| Median Home Value | $163,900 | ±$14,074 |
| Median Gross Rent | $789 | ±$102 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $60,000 | ±$13,777 |
| Per Capita Income | $36,792 | ±$3,306 |
| Poverty Rate | 14.9% | ±4.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,593 | ±437 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.2% | ±2.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 5,111 | ±381 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 89.5% | ±3.3% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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TOWNSHIP OF WAYNE
GUS Population: 10,974 (2024)
ID: 164049
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: DEPUTY TRUSTEE
208 GRANADA DR, KENDALLVILLE IN 46755-3023
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COUNTY OF NOBLE
GUS Population: 47,811 (2024)
ID: 163447
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: NOBLE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
101 N ORANGE ST, ALBION IN 46701-1088
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Angola, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Angola, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Avilla, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Angola, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Albion, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Albion, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-02 | Wolf Lake, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Ashley, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Waterloo, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Waterloo, IN |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Trine University
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College | 15.8 mi away | 1 University Ave, Angola, IN, 46703-1764 |
2606654100
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KENDALLVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.0 mi away | 221 SOUTH PARK AVENUE, KENDALLVILLE, IN, 46755 |
(260) 343-2010
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Trine University-Regional/Non-Traditional Campuses
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College | 15.8 mi away | 1 University Avenue, Angola, IN, 46703 |
2604834949
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LIMBERLOST PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.1 mi away | 164 SOUTH KELLY STREET, ROME CITY, IN, 46784 |
(260) 854-2775
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Southwest Michigan Beauty School
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College Vocational | 23.3 mi away | 703 South Centerville Road, Sturgis, MI, 49091-2061 |
2695037606
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NCPL EAST LIBRARY
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Library | 8.2 mi away | 104 LEY STREET, AVILLA, IN, 46710 |
(260) 897-3900
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Concordia Theological Seminary
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College | 24.8 mi away | 6600 N Clinton St, Fort Wayne, IN, 46825-4996 |
2604522100
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NOBLE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.9 mi away | 813 EAST MAIN STREET, ALBION, IN, 46701 |
(260) 636-7197
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GARRETT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.9 mi away | 107 WEST HOUSTON, GARRETT, IN, 46738 |
(260) 357-5485
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WATERLOO-GRANT TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.1 mi away | 300 SOUTH WAYNE STREET, WATERLOO, IN, 46793 |
(260) 837-4491
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at GARRETT, IN US, located 11.5 miles from Wayne township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31.7° | 16.8° | 24.2° | 2.49" | 8.9" |
| February | 35.4° | 18.5° | 26.9° | 2.17" | 10.2" |
| March | 46.2° | 26.6° | 36.4° | 2.41" | 3.6" |
| April | 59.6° | 36.8° | 48.2° | 3.65" | 0.4" |
| May | 70.7° | 48.6° | 59.7° | 4.47" | 0.0" |
| June | 80.1° | 58.6° | 69.3° | 4.18" | 0.0" |
| July | 84.0° | 62.1° | 73.1° | 3.69" | 0.0" |
| August | 81.6° | 59.9° | 70.7° | 3.67" | 0.0" |
| September | 75.7° | 52.2° | 63.9° | 3.13" | 0.0" |
| October | 62.8° | 41.4° | 52.1° | 2.79" | 0.0" |
| November | 48.3° | 31.3° | 39.8° | 2.80" | 1.1" |
| December | 36.6° | 23.3° | 29.9° | 2.55" | 5.3" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cree Lake CDP | CDP | 2.2 mi | — |
| Kendallville city | City | 3.0 mi | — |
| South Milford CDP | CDP | 3.5 mi | — |
| Helmer CDP | CDP | 4.9 mi | — |
| Corunna town | Town | 6.0 mi | — |
| Rome City town | Town | 6.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 1811381836. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.