Wayne township, Iowa
Wayne township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Wayne township is a geographic entity located in Jones County, Iowa. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 683. The land area covers 36.20 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 683 | ±236 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 46.4 yrs | ±11.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 236 | ±69 | 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 | 236 | ±69 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 236 | ±69 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 0 | ±10 |
| Median Home Value | $199,500 | ±$96,160 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $65,833 | ±$23,229 |
| Per Capita Income | $33,401 | ±$9,431 |
| Poverty Rate | 15.1% | ±16% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 103 | ±115 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 336 | ±127 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 91.9% | ±11.5% |
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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GUS Population: 21,116 (2024)
ID: 164257
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY AUDITOR
PO BOX 109, ANAMOSA IA 52205-0109
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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 | Anamosa, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Anamosa, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 02-04 | Monticello, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Cascade, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Cascade, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 01-02 | Hopkinton, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Oxford Junction, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Wyoming, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Monticello, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Monticello, IA |
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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Carlson College of Massage Therapy
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College Vocational | 9.5 mi away | 11809 Country Rd X28, Anamosa, IA, 52205 |
3194623402
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ROSS & ELIZABETH BATY MONTICELLO PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.0 mi away | 205 E GRAND ST, MONTICELLO, IA, 52310 |
(319) 465-3354
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Cornell College
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College | 20.5 mi away | 600 First St. SW, Mount Vernon, IA, 52314 |
3198954334
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ANAMOSA LIBRARY & LEARNING CENTER
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Library | 6.1 mi away | 600 E FIRST ST, ANAMOSA, IA, 52205 |
(319) 462-2183
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Divine Word College
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College | 23.1 mi away | 102 Jacoby Dr SW, Epworth, IA, 52045 |
5638763353
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MORLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.3 mi away | 507 VINE ST, MORLEY, IA, 52312 |
(319) 489-9271
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WYOMING PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.9 mi away | 109 W MAIN, WYOMING, IA, 52362 |
(563) 488-3975
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OLIN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.1 mi away | 301 PARKWAY ST, OLIN, IA, 52320 |
(319) 484-2944
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HOPKINTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.7 mi away | 110 1ST ST SE, HOPKINTON, IA, 52237 |
(563) 926-2514
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CASCADE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.8 mi away | 301 1ST AV W, CASCADE, IA, 52033 |
(563) 852-3222
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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 ANAMOSA 1 WNW, IA US, located 6.5 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 | 26.9° | 8.8° | 17.8° | 1.47" | — |
| February | 31.7° | 12.2° | 21.9° | 1.56" | — |
| March | 45.2° | 24.5° | 34.9° | 1.80" | — |
| April | 59.4° | 35.6° | 47.5° | 3.99" | — |
| May | 70.4° | 47.0° | 58.7° | 4.80" | — |
| June | 80.1° | 57.7° | 68.9° | 5.78" | — |
| July | 82.8° | 61.8° | 72.3° | 5.23" | — |
| August | 81.0° | 59.1° | 70.1° | 4.46" | — |
| September | 74.6° | 49.6° | 62.1° | 3.72" | — |
| October | 61.4° | 37.9° | 49.6° | 3.24" | — |
| November | 45.9° | 26.0° | 36.0° | 2.26" | — |
| December | 33.1° | 16.0° | 24.6° | 1.84" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monticello city | City | 4.5 mi | — |
| Anamosa city | City | 5.9 mi | — |
| Center Junction CDP | CDP | 6.2 mi | — |
| Stone City CDP | CDP | 9.2 mi | — |
| Onslow city | City | 9.8 mi | — |
| Morley city | City | 11.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 1910594611. • 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.