Kentucky
Waverly is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 361. Residents earn $61,250 per year, which is 18% below the national average.
Based on current data, Waverly receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Waverly offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Waverly is $61,250, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 17.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
The median home value in Waverly is $100,000, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $773 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
8.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Waverly enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.0 inches, including 12.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $61,250 |
| 18% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $30,016 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,175 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $62,483 |
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 17.9% |
| 44% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 390 |
| County GDP | $1,146M |
| Restaurants | 23 |
| Healthcare | 35 |
| Retail | 48 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,260 |
| 35% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.26% |
| Commute Time | 27.3 min |
| Work from Home | 2.5% |
| Census Median | $100,000 |
| 65% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $155,309 |
| Census Median Rent | $773 |
| 34% below US avg |
| Studio | $719 |
| 1 Bedroom | $794 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $984 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,277 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,442 |
| Owner-Occupied | 85.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,260 |
| 35% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.26% |
| Insurance Rate | 98.3% |
| Premature Death | 10,035/100K |
| Food Environment | 5.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 69.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 35 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Annual Average | 57.1°F |
| 6% above US avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 46.0 inches |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 12.4 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 403 ft (123 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,337/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.7097°N, 87.8151°W |
| County FIPS | 21225 |
Winner: Republican by 58.3 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 8.4% |
| 75% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 92.7% |
| School Test Score | 5.50 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 1,337/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.3 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 35 |
| Restaurants | 23 |
| Retail Stores | 48 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Avg Commute | 27.3 min |
| Work from Home | 2.5% |