Demographics
Geographic Location
Waverly is ideally situated in Northeast Iowa, offering both natural beauty and strategic access. Nestled along the scenic Cedar River, Waverly is approximately:
- 80 miles west of the Mississippi River
- 60 miles south of the Iowa-Minnesota border
This central location places Waverly within easy reach of major regional markets while maintaining the charm and quality of life of a smaller community. Its proximity to key transportation routes and urban centers makes it a smart choice for businesses and families alike.
Distance To Major Cities
- Des Moines, Iowa - 132 miles
- Minneapolis, Minnesota - 223 miles
- Chicago, Illinois - 291 miles
- Omaha, Nebraska - 264 miles
- Kansas City, Missouri - 317 miles
Population
- 2023 - 10,549
- 2020 - 10,394
- 2010 - 9,874
- 2000 - 8,968
- 1990 - 8,539
- 1980 - 8,444
- 1970 - 7,205
Population by Age
*ESRI 10/14/2020
Housing Overview
2020 Median Home Value $187,358
2020 Average Home Value $218,093
2020 Total Housing Units 4,027
2020 Owner Occupied Units 2,785
2020 Renter Occupied Units 966
2020 Vacant Units 276
*ESRI 10/14/2020
Average Daily Commute
15 Minutes
*Laborshed Analysis - 2021
Median Household Income
2020 - $71.377
National Median - $62,203
*ESRI 10/14/2020
Average Household Income
2020 - $85,370
National Average - $90,054
*ESRI 10/14/2020
Per Capita Income
2020 - $31,678
National Per Capita - $34,136
*ESRI 10/14/2020
Household Income Distribution
*ESRI 10/14/2020
Education Attainment
Graduate Degree - 15.5%
Bachelor's Degree - 24.6%
Associates Degree - 10.3%
Some College - 20.8%
High School Diploma - 23.7%
GED 2.8%
No High School 1.2%
Some High School 1.1%
*ESRI 10/14/2020
Altitude
915 feet
Climate
Waverly's climate is continental in nature, characterized by four distinct seasons and a rather wide variation in temperature and precipitation.
Average Temperature:
- Winter - 19.4 degrees F
- Summer - 70.2 degrees F
- Average Annual Rainfall - 32.9 inches
- Average Annual Snowfall - 35.5 inches
For more information on the Waverly Area's demographics, please visit the US Census website, City-Data or ESRI.