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Wayne County, IL market data
Population, household spending and competition for 56 business types in Wayne County, each scored against other counties.
- Population, 2025
- 15,882
- −1.6% since 2020
- Households
- 6,866
- Median household income
- $55,521
- +10.5% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Median home value
- $110,700
- Jobs located here
- 4,153
- Highest market score
- 70
- Doctors, dentists and clinics, #334 of 2,394 scored counties
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What this means
An estimated 15,882 people live in Wayne County, in 6,866 households. Population estimates show Wayne County declined 1.6% from 2020 to 2025, against +3.1% for the U.S. The median household income in Wayne County is $55,521 a year, 31% below the U.S. median of $80,734. That rose 10.5% from the 2015–2019 survey, before inflation.
Set against the U.S., households in Wayne County spend the most on vehicle maintenance and repairs (an index of 116, where 100 is the U.S. average) and the least on child care and other personal services (52).
The highest Groundwork market scores in Wayne County are for medical and dental practices (70); clothing, shoe and laundry businesses (56); and grocery and convenience stores (54). Wayne County ranks #334 of 2,394 scored counties for medical and dental practices.
For its number of households, Wayne County has the most map listings, relative to the U.S., for gas stations (twice the U.S. rate) and the fewest for medical and dental practices (64% below the U.S. rate).
All 56 business types in Wayne County
Highest Groundwork market score first. Each score compares Wayne County with other counties for that business type, from 0 to 100. Spending per listing divides a whole spending line (all vehicle repairs, all eating out) by one type’s listings: the demand for each competitor, not a business’s revenue. Compare it across markets with its index, where 100 is the U.S. figure for the same type; the real estate types, whose line is all housing costs, show the index only. How the score works.
| Business type | Score | Rank among counties | Listings | Per 10k households | Spending per listing | Spending per listing vs. U.S. (100) | Official establishments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Doctors, dentists and clinics | 70 | #334 of 2,394 | 21 | 30.6 | $397K | 260 | 4 |
| Clothing, shoes and laundry | 56 | #845 of 2,210 | 7 | 10.2 | $1.7M | 189 | 3 |
| Grocery and convenience stores | 54 | #1,007 of 2,402 | 8 | 11.7 | $4.7M | 138 | Under 3 |
| Auto repair shops | 53 | #1,066 of 2,378 | 17 | 24.8 | $448K | 101 | 6 |
| Clothing and shoe stores | 51 | #1,004 of 2,087 | 6 | 8.7 | $1.9M | 153 | 3 |
| Auto repair and car care | 50 | #1,242 of 2,401 | 30 | 43.7 | $254K | 94 | 9 |
| Real estate agents and brokers | 43 | #1,401 of 2,176 | 7 | 10.2 | Index only | 223 | Under 3 |
| Real estate | 43 | #1,435 of 2,229 | 8 | 11.7 | Index only | 246 | Under 3 |
| Restaurants and cafes | 42 | #1,516 of 2,405 | 54 | 78.6 | $413K | 111 | 27 |
| Salons, barbers and spas | 40 | #1,705 of 2,385 | 22 | 32.0 | $262K | 123 | Under 3 |
| Sit-down restaurants | 36 | #1,788 of 2,405 | 30 | 43.7 | $743K | 112 | 13 |
| Tire shops | 35 | #1,150 of 1,530 | 5 | 7.3 | $1.5M | 61 | Under 3 |
| Pizza | 34 | #1,674 of 2,090 | 8 | 11.7 | $2.8M | 55 | 9 |
| Pet businesses | 31 | #1,845 of 2,200 | 9 | 13.1 | $536K | 61 | 3 |
| Gas stations | 26 | #2,084 of 2,358 | 15 | 21.8 | $1.3M | 56 | 11 |
| Hair salons | 24 | #2,145 of 2,339 | 16 | 23.3 | $361K | 84 | Under 3 |
| Gyms, studios and classes | 15 | #2,020 of 2,088 | 12 | 17.5 | $373K | 56 | Under 3 |
| Insurance agencies | 14 | #2,191 of 2,272 | 14 | 20.4 | $861K | 69 | 11 |
| Gyms | 12 | #1,738 of 1,792 | 9 | 13.1 | $498K | 38 | Under 3 |
| Bakeries and dessert shops | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 5.8 | $5.6M | 135 | 5 |
| Coffee shops and cafes | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 5.8 | $5.6M | 150 | 5 |
| Fast food and sandwich shops | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 5.8 | $5.6M | 183 | 9 |
| Funeral homes | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 5.8 | $321K | 47 | Under 3 |
| Home repair trades | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 5.8 | $4M | 165 | 4 |
| Lawn, cleaning and pest control | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 5.8 | $1.8M | 109 | 4 |
| Veterinarians | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 5.8 | $1.2M | 44 | 3 |
| Chiropractors | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 4.4 | $2.8M | 116 | Under 3 |
| Collision repair and body shops | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 4.4 | $2.5M | 82 | Under 3 |
| Primary care and pediatrics | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 4.4 | $2.8M | 156 | 4 |
| Spas and skin care | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 4.4 | $1.9M | 220 | Under 3 |
| Child care and preschools | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.9 | $1M | Too few | 3 |
| Convenience stores | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.9 | $18.7M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Electricians | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.9 | $8M | Too few | 4 |
| Grocery stores | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.9 | $18.7M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Landscaping and lawn care | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.9 | $3.7M | Too few | 4 |
| Optometrists and eye care | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.9 | $4.2M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Pest control | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.9 | $3.7M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Yoga, Pilates and fitness studios | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.9 | $2.2M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Barbershops | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.5 | $5.8M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Car washes and detailing | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.5 | $7.6M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Dentists and orthodontists | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.5 | $8.3M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Home inspectors | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.5 | Index only | Too few | Under 3 |
| HVAC and plumbing | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.5 | $16M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Martial arts and dance studios | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.5 | $4.5M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Nail salons | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.5 | $5.8M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Pet grooming and boarding | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.5 | $4.8M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Pet stores | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.5 | $4.8M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Roofing and gutters | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.5 | $16M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Dry cleaners | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| House cleaning | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Laundromats | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Mortgage brokers and lenders | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Oil change and quick lube | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Physical therapy | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Property management | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Urgent care and walk-in clinics | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
Household spending in Wayne County
What households here spend in a year on each line, in total and per household, with the index against the U.S. average (100).
| Spending line | A year, all households | Per household | Index vs. U.S. (100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle maintenance and repairs | $7.6M | $1,108 | 116 |
| Gasoline and other fuels | $19.9M | $2,892 | 111 |
| Food away from home | $22.3M | $3,247 | 80 |
| Groceries | $37.4M | $5,447 | 86 |
| Personal care products and services | $5.8M | $841 | 84 |
| Child care and other personal services | $2.1M | $302 | 52 |
| Memberships, classes and admissions | $4.5M | $653 | 66 |
| Medical and dental services | $8.3M | $1,214 | 94 |
| Pets | $4.8M | $702 | 77 |
| Clothing, shoes and related services | $11.7M | $1,700 | 83 |
| Vehicle insurance | $12.1M | $1,756 | 90 |
| Home repairs, maintenance and insurance | $16M | $2,333 | 77 |
| Lawn care, cleaning and other household services | $7.3M | $1,066 | 75 |
| Rent and homeowner costs | $85.1M | $12,399 | 74 |
Household spending is estimated from the incomes of the households in each neighborhood, using what households at each income spent nationally in 2024, adjusted for the region. It counts what residents spend, wherever they spend it.
Population and households in Wayne County
- Population, 2025 estimate
- 15,882−1.6% since 2020
- Households
- 6,866
- Median age
- 42.3
- Homes lived in by their owners
- 78%
- Vehicles per household
- 2.0
- Land area
- 714 sq. mi.
- People per square mile
- 22
- Median household income
- $55,521+10.5% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Average household income
- $74,226
- Median home value
- $110,700
- Jobs located here
- 4,153
- Daytime population
- 13,354Residents who don’t work, plus everyone whose job is here
Looking at a specific site in Wayne County?
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Questions
How fast is Wayne County, IL growing?
Population estimates put Wayne County at 15,882 people in 2025, down 1.6% since 2020, against +3.1% for the U.S. It has 6,866 households. Against the 2015–2019 survey, median household income rose 10.5%, before inflation.
How much do households in Wayne County, IL spend?
Households in Wayne County spend about $85.1M a year on rent and homeowner costs, $37.4M on groceries and $22.3M on food away from home. Relative to the U.S., household spending in Wayne County runs highest on vehicle maintenance and repairs (an index of 116, where 100 is the U.S. average) and lowest on child care and other personal services (52).
Which business types have the highest market scores in Wayne County, IL?
Of the business types scored in Wayne County, medical and dental practices (70); clothing, shoe and laundry businesses (56); and grocery and convenience stores (54) have the highest Groundwork market scores. For medical and dental practices, that ranks #334 of 2,394 scored counties.
How does Wayne County, IL compare with the U.S.?
Median household income in Wayne County is $55,521, 31% below the U.S. median of $80,734. The population fell 1.6% from 2020 to 2025, against +3.1% for the U.S. The median home value is $110,700, against $332,700 for the U.S. Against the U.S., map listings per household run highest for gas stations (twice the U.S. rate) and lowest for medical and dental practices (64% below the U.S. rate).
What is the Groundwork market score?
The Groundwork market score runs from 0 to 100 and compares a market with others of its kind for one business type: states with states, metro areas with metro areas, small-town markets and counties with their own. It weighs household spending per competitor (35%), households per business with payroll (25%), population growth (20%) and spending power (20%), each ranked against those peers. A higher score means that, taken together, the market has more household spending and more households for each business already there, faster population growth and more spending per household than similar markets. It describes a market, not any one site or deal. 19 of the 56 business types have a score in Wayne County, each ranked against other counties.
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