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Wayne County
City in Nebraska, United States
Overview
Wayne County, centered around the city of Wayne, is a quintessential small Nebraskan community known for its friendly residents, collegiate vibe, and classic Midwestern atmosphere. It's home to Wayne State College, active local events, and a peaceful rural setting perfect for slow-paced travel.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
Nebraska
Population
2,486
Time Zone
America/Chicago
Coordinates
42.21°, -97.12°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
90
Female Safety
85
LGBTQ+ Safety
65
Traffic Safety
90
Food Safety
98
Monthly Cost
$1,740
Local Cost
$980
Local Income
$2,450
Cashless
75
English
100
Temperature
9.8°C
Summer Avg
23.5°C
Winter Avg
-4.4°C
Record High
43.2°C
Record Low
-30.1°C
Humidity
71%
Precipitation
742 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
OFK
Distance
36 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 72/100.
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