Median Income
$82,188
9% higher than US avg
Home Value
$76,400
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
15.6%
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.3%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Waverly Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population172
Median Age60.0 yrs
Density31/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Economy
A+
Median Income$82,188
Per Capita$40,213
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$6,274M
Commute37 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$76,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$375,566
Health
Obesity35.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease5.3%
Climate
Avg Temp69°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain50.3 in/yr
Elevation18 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+15.6%
High School+83.0%
School Score4.92
Community
2024 VoteR 63% / D 37%
Commute37 min
Libraries2
Is Waverly a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Waverly receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Waverly offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Waverly is $82,188, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Waverly is $76,400, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
15.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Waverly enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Waverly has a population of 172 with a density of 31 people per square mile. The median age is 60.0 years, 54% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
60.0yrs
Median Age
54% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Waverly is $82,188, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $82,188 |
| 9% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $40,213 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,038 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $85,404 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 3,330 |
| County GDP | $6,274M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 310 |
| Healthcare | 285 |
| Retail | 450 |
| Manufacturing | 52 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,468 |
| 56% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 7.16% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 36.7 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Waverly is $76,400, 73% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $375,566.
Home Values
| Census Median | $76,400 |
| 73% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $375,566 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $979 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,023 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,203 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,524 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,775 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,468 |
| 56% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 7.16% |
In Waverly, 35.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.9% report depression. 24.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Waverly vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.3% |
| 10% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.0% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.7% |
| Asthma | 10.6% |
| COPD | 6.3% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.7% |
| Depression | 23.9% |
| Mental Distress | 19.1% |
| Physical Distress | 13.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 90.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.9% |
| Premature Death | 11,817/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 73.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 285 |
Crime Rates: Waverly vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 16 |
Safety Score
Waverly has an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Temperature
53°F Jan (11°C)
83°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 68.5°F |
| 27% above US avg |
| January Average | 53°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 50.3 inches |
| 32% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 18 ft (5 m) |
| Area | 5.6 sq mi (14.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 31/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.1098°N, 81.7276°W |
| County FIPS | 13127 |