Iowa · Metropolitan Area
Waverly is a small city in Iowa with a population of 10,446. Residents earn $78,429 per year, which is 4% above the national average.
Based on current data, Waverly receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, high obesity rates. Waverly offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Waverly is $78,429, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Waverly is $215,200, 24% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $909 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
The violent crime rate of 544 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,492 per 100,000, 24% below the national average.
Educational attainment is solid, with 43.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Waverly experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.3 inches, including 39.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 95.8% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 4.2% |
| 69% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $78,429 |
| 4% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $41,409 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,011 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $84,332 |
| Unemployment | 2.2% |
| 39% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 5.6% |
| 55% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 749 |
| County GDP | $1,581M |
| Restaurants | 48 |
| Healthcare | 73 |
| Retail | 72 |
| Manufacturing | 31 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,930 |
| 41% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.29% |
| Commute Time | 16.8 min |
| Work from Home | 10.0% |
| Census Median | $215,200 |
| 24% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $268,162 |
| Median List Price | $312,500 |
| Median List Price | $312,500 |
| $/Sq Ft | $139 |
| Homes Sold | 12 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.3% |
| Price Drops | 29.0% |
| Inventory | 31 |
| Census Median Rent | $909 |
| 22% below US avg |
| Studio | $738 |
| 1 Bedroom | $788 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $989 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,282 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,420 |
| Owner-Occupied | 71.2% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,930 |
| 41% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.29% |
| Obesity | 39.5% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 8.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.2% |
| Asthma | 10.0% |
| COPD | 5.8% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 22.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.3% |
| Depression | 21.0% |
| Mental Distress | 16.9% |
| Physical Distress | 11.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 97.5% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.9% |
| Premature Death | 6,009/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 73.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 73 |
| Total Violent | 543.6/100K |
| 43% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 9.9/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 533.7/100K |
| Total Property | 1,492.4/100K |
| 24% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 306.4/100K |
| Theft | 1,106.9/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 79.1/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 49.0°F |
| 9% below US avg | |
| January Average | 19°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 36.3 inches |
| 5% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 39.1 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 911 ft (278 m) |
| Area | 11.3 sq mi (29.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 928/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.7220°N, 92.4695°W |
| County FIPS | 19017 |
Winner: Republican by 22.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 43.9% |
| 30% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 94.6% |
| School Test Score | 5.73 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 928/sq mi |
| Total Area | 11.3 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 5 |
| Public Libraries | 7 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 73 |
| Restaurants | 48 |
| Retail Stores | 72 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Avg Commute | 16.8 min |
| Work from Home | 10.0% |