Median Income
$79,375
6% higher than US avg
Home Value
$324,000
15% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
33.2%
1% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.2%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment
3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.9%
93% lower than US avg
How Waverly Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population312
Median Age58.9 yrs
Density113/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans10.3%
Economy
A
Median Income$79,375
Per Capita$40,138
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty0.9%
County GDP$9,275M
Commute18 min
Housing
A
Home Value$324,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$380,080
Health
Obesity36.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.3%
Heart Disease6.0%
Climate
Avg Temp61°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation718 ft
Education
B+
Bachelor's+33.2%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.40
Community
2024 VoteR 63% / D 35%
Commute18 min
Broadband81.0%
Libraries2
Is Waverly a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Waverly receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Waverly stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Waverly is $79,375, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Waverly is $324,000, 15% above the national median. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
Educational attainment is solid, with 33.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Waverly enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Waverly has a population of 312 with a density of 113 people per square mile. The median age is 58.9 years, 51% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.3%), with 3.8% Hispanic.
Population
58.9yrs
Median Age
51% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.5% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.5% |
| 81% below US avg |
The median household income in Waverly is $79,375, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $79,375 |
| 6% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $40,138 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,027 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $78,658 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.3% |
| 8% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.9% |
| 93% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 4,362 |
| County GDP | $9,275M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 421 |
| Healthcare | 307 |
| Retail | 535 |
| Manufacturing | 141 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,789 |
| 20% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.86% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 17.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 74.0% |
| Public Transit | 4.7% |
| Work from Home | 4.7% |
The median home value in Waverly is $324,000, 15% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $380,080.
Home Values
| Census Median | $324,000 |
| 15% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $380,080 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $716 |
| 1 Bedroom | $772 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $936 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,206 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,381 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,789 |
| 20% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 0.86% |
In Waverly, 36.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.3% report depression. 24.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Waverly vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.2% |
| 13% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.9% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.0% |
| Asthma | 10.1% |
| COPD | 6.7% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.8% |
| Depression | 26.3% |
| Mental Distress | 18.6% |
| Physical Distress | 12.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 99.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.5% |
| Premature Death | 7,894/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 61.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 307 |
Crime Rates: Waverly vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 16 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Waverly has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
43°F Jan (6°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 61.2°F |
| 13% above US avg |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 718 ft (219 m) |
| Area | 2.8 sq mi (7.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 113/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.7301°N, 85.5710°W |
| County FIPS | 01081 |