Median Income
$58,958
22% lower than US avg
Home Value
$85,000
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
13.5%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$935
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.2%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment
11.2%
211% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
14.0%
13% higher than US avg
How Waverly Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population528
Median Age43.2 yrs
Density723/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Economy
C+
Median Income$58,958
Per Capita$28,534
Unemployment11.2%
Poverty14.0%
County GDP$928M
Commute23 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$85,000
Rent$935
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$212,266
Health
Obesity37.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.2%
Heart Disease5.5%
Climate
Avg Temp56°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain37.2 in/yr
Elevation1,114 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+13.5%
High School+85.6%
School Score5.80
Community
2024 VoteR 77% / D 21%
Commute23 min
Libraries6
Is Waverly a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Waverly receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. 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 $58,958, 22% below the national average of $75,149. At 11.2%, unemployment is notably high. 14.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Waverly is $85,000, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $935 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
13.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Waverly enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Waverly has a population of 528 with a density of 723 people per square mile. The median age is 43.2 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.3%), with 1.5% Hispanic.
Population
43.2yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.6% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.4% |
| 97% below US avg |
The median household income in Waverly is $58,958, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $58,958 |
| 22% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $28,534 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,304 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $72,139 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 11.2% |
| 211% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 14.0% |
| 13% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 260 |
| County GDP | $928M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 17 |
| Healthcare | 22 |
| Retail | 43 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,477 |
| 29% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.91% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.5 min |
| Work from Home | 7.9% |
The median home value in Waverly is $85,000, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $935 (20% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $212,266.
Home Values
| Census Median | $85,000 |
| 70% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $212,266 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $935 |
| 20% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,477 |
| 29% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.91% |
In Waverly, 37.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.2% report depression. 26.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Waverly vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.2% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.3% |
| Asthma | 10.8% |
| COPD | 7.0% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.0% |
| Depression | 23.2% |
| Mental Distress | 18.7% |
| Physical Distress | 12.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 81.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.6% |
| Premature Death | 7,566/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 48.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 22 |
Crime Rates: Waverly vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Waverly has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 55.8°F |
| 3% above US avg |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 37.2 inches |
| 2% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,114 ft (340 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 723/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.3958°N, 95.6051°W |
| County FIPS | 20031 |