Median Income
$65,703
13% lower than US avg
Home Value
$191,700
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
22.1%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$925
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.7%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.9%
52% lower than US avg
How Waverly Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population163
Median Age46.3 yrs
Density398/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans10.3%
Economy
A
Median Income$65,703
Per Capita$27,627
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty5.9%
County GDP$40,044M
Commute26 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$191,700
Rent$925
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden20.8%
Health
Obesity34.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease5.5%
Climate
Avg Temp48°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain18.4 in/yr
Elevation2,537 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+22.1%
High School+97.3%
School Score5.36
Community
2024 VoteR 51% / D 46%
Commute26 min
Broadband61.0%
Libraries19
Is Waverly a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Waverly receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. 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 $65,703, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Waverly is $191,700, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $925 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
22.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Waverly experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 18.4 inches, including 26.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Waverly has a population of 163 with a density of 398 people per square mile. The median age is 46.3 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.3%), with 11.7% Hispanic.
Population
46.3yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.2% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.8% |
| 87% below US avg |
The median household income in Waverly is $65,703, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $65,703 |
| 13% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $27,627 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,259 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $83,041 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.4% |
| 61% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.9% |
| 52% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 15,669 |
| County GDP | $40,044M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 1,237 |
| Healthcare | 1,797 |
| Retail | 1,585 |
| Manufacturing | 523 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,236 |
| 78% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.25% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 91.1% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 2.2% |
The median home value in Waverly is $191,700, 32% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $925 (20% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $191,700 |
| 32% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $925 |
| 20% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 20.8% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,082 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,180 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,472 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,003 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,351 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,236 |
| 78% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.25% |
In Waverly, 34.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.7% report depression. 18.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Waverly vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.7% |
| 8% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.0% |
| Asthma | 10.9% |
| COPD | 5.5% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 18.1% |
| Depression | 25.7% |
| Mental Distress | 17.8% |
| Physical Distress | 12.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 90.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 69.5% |
| Premature Death | 8,070/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 87.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,797 |
Crime Rates: Waverly vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 40 |
| FEMA Disasters | 819 |
Safety Score
Waverly has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-1°C)
68°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 48.1°F |
| 11% below US avg |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 18.4 inches |
| 52% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 26.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 28.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,537 ft (773 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 398/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.3381°N, 117.2312°W |
| County FIPS | 53063 |