Wayland is a neighborhood in Providence, Rhode Island with a population of 6,857. It's a historic area on the East Side of Providence, near Brown University and the Rhode Island School of Design. Wayland is also the 5th most walkable neighborhood in Providence. 

Wayland Square is a classic New England neighborhood on the Seekonk River, and is home to some of the best dining and shopping in Providence. 

According to NeighborhoodScout, Wayland has a higher income than 60.3% of neighborhoods in America.