Median Income
$76,125
1% higher than US avg
Home Value
$158,300
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
18.6%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$852
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.3%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.4%
89% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
4.1%
67% lower than US avg
How Waterville Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,682
Median Age45.6 yrs
Density1,185/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Economy
A+
Median Income$76,125
Per Capita$37,650
Unemployment0.4%
Poverty4.1%
County GDP$3,091M
Commute22 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$158,300
Rent$852
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$208,780
Health
Obesity34.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.0%
Heart Disease5.0%
Climate
Avg Temp47°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain44.0 in/yr
Elevation1,208 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+18.6%
High School+95.2%
School Score5.39
Community
2024 VoteR 57% / D 43%
Commute22 min
EV Stations3
Libraries10
Is Waterville a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Waterville receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Waterville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Waterville is $76,125, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. Only 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Waterville is $158,300, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $852 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
18.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Waterville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Waterville has a population of 1,682 with a density of 1,185 people per square mile. The median age is 45.6 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.4%).
Population
45.6yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Waterville vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.6% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.4% |
| 82% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Waterville vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Waterville is $76,125, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Income: Waterville vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $76,125 |
| 1% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $37,650 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,083 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $80,367 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.4% |
| 89% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 4.1% |
| 67% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,634 |
| County GDP | $3,091M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 160 |
| Healthcare | 159 |
| Retail | 200 |
| Manufacturing | 50 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $9,682 |
| 177% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 6.12% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.7 min |
| Work from Home | 10.7% |
The median home value in Waterville is $158,300, 44% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $852 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $208,780.
Home Values
| Census Median | $158,300 |
| 44% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $208,780 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $852 |
| 27% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,215 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,315 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,579 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,976 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,193 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $9,682 |
| 177% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 6.12% |
In Waterville, 34.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.0% report depression. 23.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Waterville vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.3% |
| 7% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 7.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.4% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 5.8% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.2% |
| Depression | 22.0% |
| Mental Distress | 17.8% |
| Physical Distress | 11.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.5% |
| Premature Death | 6,940/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 71.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 159 |
Crime Rates: Waterville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
Safety Score
Waterville has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Temperature
22°F Jan (-6°C)
70°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 46.7°F |
| 14% below US avg |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 44.0 inches |
| 16% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,208 ft (368 m) |
| Area | 1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,185/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.9306°N, 75.3802°W |
| County FIPS | 36053 |