Wayne, ME is a small town located in Kennebec County. The population is estimated to be around 2,500 people. Wayne is known for its small-town charm and sense of community. It has a number of local businesses including the Wayne Pharmacy, Casey's General Store, The Maple Grove Dairy Bar, and Little River Variety. Despite being a small town, Wayne has quite an affordable cost of living compared to other areas in the US. The average 2 Bedroom rent in Wayne is $980 per month compared to the US average of $1,430 per month; and the Grocery Cost Index is 108 versus 100 in the US – making it 8% more expensive than the national index.
Wayne has an unemployment rate of 3.6%. The US average is 6.0%.
Wayne has seen the job market increase by 0.2% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 31.9%, which is lower than the US average of 33.5%.
Tax Rates for Wayne
- The Sales Tax Rate for Wayne is 5.5%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Wayne is 7.2%. The US average is 4.6%.
- Tax Rates can have a big impact when Comparing Cost of Living.
Income and Salaries for Wayne
- The average income of a Wayne resident is $33,655 a year. The US average is $28,555 a year.
- The Median household income of a Wayne resident is $51,625 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.