Wayne, West Virginia
Wayne: town in Wayne County, West Virginia
About
Wayne is a town located in the county of Wayne in the U.S. state of West Virginia. Its population at the 2010 census was 1,413 and a population density of 744 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 1,559 inhabitants.
The town was created 184 years ago in 1841.
Quick Facts about Wayne
| Population | 1,559 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | West Virginia (United States) |
| County | Wayne County |
| Postal code | 25570 |
| Phone Area Codes | 304 |
| Area | 1.9 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 38.2215,-82.4424 |
| Altitude | 696 feet / 212, 212 meters |
| Capital city | Wayne is capital of Wayne County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1842 (184 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 01:28:04 (15th April 2026) |
| Density | 821 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 9.36% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 89℉ Slight Chance Rain Showers 7-days weather |
Geography
Wayne is located at 38°13'17"N 82°26'33"W (38.2214700, -82.4423700).
Wayne map
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Weather
A slight chance of rain showers after 8am. Partly sunny, with a high near 89.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
The population of Wayne increased by 9.36% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1,413 | - | census |
| 2011 | 1,692 | 16.49% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 1,679 | -0.77% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 1,678 | -0.06% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 1,663 | -0.9% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 1,652 | -0.67% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 1,632 | -1.23% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 1,612 | -1.24% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 1,601 | -0.69% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 1,576 | -1.59% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 1,559 | -1.09% | estimation process |
Where to Eat in Wayne
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People born in Wayne (2)
People born in Wayne, including politician Joseph Jefferson Mansfield, baseball player Larry McClure, .
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Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Wayne, WV. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 444954 | Mountwest Community and Technical College | Huntington (WV) | 25701 |
| 237242 | Cabell County Career Technology Center | Huntington (WV) | 25705-2827 |
| 237437 | Huntington Junior College | Huntington (WV) | 25701 |
| 237525 | Marshall University | Huntington (WV) | 25755 |
| 377643 | Huntington School of Beauty Culture | Huntington (WV) | 25705-2030 |
Nearby Transit Stations (5)
Rail and bus stations connected to Wayne, WV. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| HUN | Huntington | 1050 8th Avenue | RAIL |
| AKY | Ashland Transportation Center | 99 15th Street | RAIL |
| CHW | Charleston | 350 MacCorkle Avenue - Southeast | RAIL |
| SPM | South Portsmouth–South Shore station | Main St & US 23 | RAIL |
| MNG | Montgomery | Third Avenue and Washington Street | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Wayne.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Wayn Post Office | Wayne (WV) | 25570 |
| East Lynn Post Office | East Lynn (WV) | 25512 |
| Genoa Post Office | Genoa (WV) | 25517 |
| Laval Post Office | Lavalette (WV) | 25535 |
| Shoal Post Office | Shoals (WV) | 25562 |
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- Wayne, Pennsylvania unincorporated community in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, United States with a population of 5,017 people.
- Wayne, Indiana town in Wayne County, West Virginia with a population of 4,271 people.
- Wayne, Illinois village in DuPage and Kane counties, Illinois, United States with a population of 2,446 people.
- Wayne, Wisconsin human settlement in Washington County, Wisconsin, United States of America with a population of 2,256 people.
- Wayne, Maine town in Kennebec County, Maine, United States with a population of 1,161 people.
- Wayne, New York town located in Steuben County, New York, United States with a population of 983 people.
- Wayne, Ohio village in Wood County, Ohio, United States with a population of 925 people.
- Wayne, Oklahoma town in McClain County, Oklahoma with a population of 733 people.
- Wayne, Kansas city in Kansas, United States of America with a population of 184 people.
Other cities in Wayne County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Wayne County , WV.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Kenova | 2,943 | City in Wayne County, West Virginia, United States |
| Ceredo | 1,246 | City in Wayne County, West Virginia, United States of America |
| Fort Gay | 682 | City in Wayne County, West Virginia, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Wayne distances to largest West Virginia cities