Bachelor's+
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
29.8%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Waves Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population147
Median Age63.4 yrs
Density216/mi²
Male / Female36% / 64%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$59,160
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,087M
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity29.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.1%
Heart Disease5.0%
Climate
Avg Temp65°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain61.6 in/yr
Elevation7 ft
Education
B+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+63.9%
School Score5.46
Community
2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
CommuteN/A
Broadband61.0%
Libraries3
Is Waves a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Waves receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Waves offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
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%.
Education
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 63.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Waves enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 61.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Waves has a population of 147 with a density of 216 people per square mile. The median age is 63.4 years, 63% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
63.4yrs
Median Age
63% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Waves is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $59,160 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $894 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $87,788 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,329 |
| County GDP | $3,087M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 351 |
| Healthcare | 106 |
| Retail | 436 |
| Manufacturing | 36 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,288 |
| 23% above US avg |
Home Values
| |
| Median List Price | $569,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $569,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $310 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 95.3% |
| Price Drops | 14.3% |
| Inventory | 14 |
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,288 |
| 23% above US avg |
In Waves, 29.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.1% report depression. 17.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Waves vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 29.8% |
| 7% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.1% |
| Heart Disease | 5.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.1% |
| Asthma | 9.5% |
| COPD | 5.7% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 17.9% |
| Depression | 22.1% |
| Mental Distress | 14.3% |
| Physical Distress | 10.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 68.6% |
| Premature Death | 8,307/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 66.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 106 |
Crime Rates: Waves vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
Safety Score
Waves has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 61.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Temperature
47°F Jan (8°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 64.5°F |
| 19% above US avg |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 61.6 inches |
| 62% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 7 ft (2 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 216/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.5659°N, 75.4655°W |
| County FIPS | 37055 |