Waverly, SD

South Dakota

Waverly is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 21. Residents earn $29,196 per year, which is 61% below the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
21 Population 21/sq mi density
$29,196 Median Income $37,048 per capita
$83,200 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$29,196 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$83,200 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $29,196
61% lower than US avg
Home Value $83,200
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower 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

Population21
Median Age53.8 yrs
Density21/mi²
Male / Female91% / 10%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans21.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$29,196
Per Capita$37,048
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$553M

Housing

A+
Home Value$83,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain27.5 in/yr
Elevation1,989 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
CommuteN/A
Broadband21.0%
Libraries1

Is Waverly a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Waverly receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. 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 $29,196, 61% below 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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Waverly is $83,200, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Waverly has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.5 inches, including 60.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Waverly has a population of 21 with a density of 21 people per square mile. The median age is 53.8 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

21
Total Population
21
People / sq mi
53.8yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 90.5%
Female 9.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Waverly vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Waverly vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Waverly is $29,196, which is 61% below 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.

Income: Waverly vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$29,196
61% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,048
Avg Weekly Wage$1,023
IRS Avg AGI$72,094

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)200
County GDP$553M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare9
Retail16
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,600
3% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.33%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home10.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Waverly is $83,200, 70% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$83,200
70% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$691
1 Bedroom$784
2 Bedrooms$990
3 Bedrooms$1,295
4 Bedrooms$1,540

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,600
3% above US avg
Effective Rate4.33%

Health Metrics: Waverly vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate42.9%
Premature Death7,408/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access51.0%
Healthcare Facilities9

Crime Rates: Waverly vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Waverly has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average42.4°F
21% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.5 inches
28% below US avg
Snowfall60.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,989 ft (606 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density21/sq mi
Coordinates44.9987°N, 96.9741°W
County FIPS46039
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.7-point margin. 21.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.7%
D 23%

Winner: Republican by 51.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.45
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density21/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access21.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants10
Retail Stores16

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home10.5%

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