Wayne lies just northwest of Philadelphia, PA.
The Radnor Trail is loved by Villanova residents for its paved and tree-lined paths.
The Anthony Wayne theater is an art deco masterpiece in Wayne.
Single-family homes line the residential streets of the Wayne neighborhood.
Bo Connor Park is a popular spot for baseball teams all over Wayne.

Wayne, PA

Area Guide

Avg Rent

$1,935

Population

34,808

Renter Mix

27% Rent

Enjoy lush green space minutes from the big city

Pastoral Family-Friendly University

Wayne is a verdant area in the rolling hills of Pennsylvania roughly 20 miles northwest of Philadelphia. Wayne is a part of the highly sought-after Main Line region and draws in residents with its charming and peaceful atmosphere. Wayne’s tree-lined streets house spacious single-family homes, sprawling golf courses, and community parks. Family-friendly activities include visiting the Finley House Radnor-Historical Society, the Valley Forge National Historical Park, Chanticleer Garden, and so much more. Other features within Wayne include Cabrini University’s picturesque campus as well as several plazas scattered throughout town. If you’re looking to rent in Wayne, a variety of apartments, single-family homes, condos, and townhomes round out your rental choices.

Explore the City

The Anthony Wayne theater is an art deco masterpiece in Wayne.

Single-family homes line the residential streets of the Wayne neighborhood.

Bo Connor Park is a popular spot for baseball teams all over Wayne.

Rows of stores line Lancaster Ave in Wayne.

The White Dog Cafe in Wayne is a top quality establishment for meals.

Residents can head to Saw Mill Park to cast their line in Darby Creek in Wayne.

Demographics

Median Household Income

$152,309

Average: $177,764

Education

19,789

Residents Have a Degree

Job Market

18,674

Workers Employed

Age Distribution
Get a sense of this area's population profile.

Median Age

41 Years

Largest Age Group

15-24 Years

Approximately 17% of Residents

Under 20

25%

Over 65

18%

Housing Distribution

Wayne has more homeowners than renters.

Renters
27%
Non-Renters
73%

Education Distribution

Review this city's overall education levels.

Bachelor's or Higher
53%
Other Education
47%

Rent Trends

As of June 2026, the average apartment rent in Wayne, PA is $1,420 for a studio, $1,948 for one bedroom, $2,383 for two bedrooms, and $2,794 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Wayne has increased by 2.0% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,948/month
744 Sq Ft
House
$3,997/month
1,426 Sq Ft
Townhome
$3,876/month
1,881 Sq Ft
See Rental Market Trends in Wayne, PA

Getting Around

Fairly Walkable

Walkability

50 / 100

Some Public Transit

Transit

50 / 100

Exceptionally Drivable

Drivability

90 / 100

Fairly Bikeable

Bikeability

40 / 100

Schools

Wayne El School

Public

Grades K-5

536 Students

Valley Forge Middle School

Public

Grades K-8

1,110 Students

New Eagle El School

Public

Grades K-5

492 Students

Valley Forge El School

Public

Grades K-5

575 Students

Roberts El School

Public

Grades K-5

286 Students

Valley Forge Middle School

Public

Grades K-8

1,110 Students

Radnor Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

828 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • McKaig Nature Education Center
  • Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens
  • Chanticleer Garden
  • Wilson Farm Park
  • Sharp's Woods Preserve

Airports

  • Philadelphia International
  • Trenton Mercer

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.