Midwest

Wayne

Wayne County, NE

Population

5,973

Walk Score

68 · Somewhat Walkable

Median rent

$766

Median home value

$169,100

Founded

1881

Wayne is a city in Wayne County, Nebraska, United States. As of the 2020 census, Wayne had a population of 5,973. It is the county seat of Wayne County and the home of Wayne State College.

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On the National Register

Historic districts

  • Wayne Commercial Historic District · listed 2009

Notable landmarks

  • Wayne County Courthouse · listed 1979
  • Wayne Municipal Auditorium · listed 2002
  • Wayne United States Post Office · listed 2007
  • Wightman, Dr. W. C., House · listed 1978

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