Pennsylvania
South Waverly is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,125. Residents earn $83,750 per year, which is 11% above the national average.
Based on current data, South Waverly receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. South Waverly stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in South Waverly is $83,750, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in South Waverly is $158,200, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,005 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
24.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
South Waverly experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.2 inches, including 42.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 98.2% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.8% |
| 87% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $83,750 |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $37,357 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,156 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $73,160 |
| Unemployment | 3.6% |
| 0% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 8.1% |
| 35% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,525 |
| County GDP | $6,798M |
| Restaurants | 116 |
| Healthcare | 150 |
| Retail | 235 |
| Manufacturing | 54 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,894 |
| 40% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.09% |
| Commute Time | 14.6 min |
| Work from Home | 2.0% |
| Census Median | $158,200 |
| 44% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $1,005 |
| 14% below US avg |
| Studio | $900 |
| 1 Bedroom | $996 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,225 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,570 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,744 |
| Owner-Occupied | 84.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,894 |
| 40% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.09% |
| Insurance Rate | 95.4% |
| Premature Death | 7,655/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 61.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 150 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
| Annual Average | 46.9°F |
| 13% below US avg | |
| January Average | 24°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 41.2 inches |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 42.1 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 828 ft (252 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,278/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.9942°N, 76.5444°W |
| County FIPS | 42015 |
Winner: Republican by 47.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 24.2% |
| 28% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 96.6% |
| School Test Score | 5.95 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 1,278/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.9 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 10 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 150 |
| Restaurants | 116 |
| Retail Stores | 235 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
| Avg Commute | 14.6 min |
| Work from Home | 2.0% |