Waverly, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Waverly, Alabama had a total population of 315, the 469th largest town in Alabama, with a median household income of $81,953, which is 28% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 0.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- An exceptionally low poverty rate of 0.6% — among the lowest in Alabama.
Waverly Quick Facts
How Waverly Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 312 | 315 | +1.0% |
| Median household income | $79,375 | $81,953 | +3.2% |
| Median home value | $324,000 | $377,800 | +16.6% |
How Waverly Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 53 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Waverly Rankings in Alabama
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Other Cities in Lee County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auburn | 80,594 | $63,668 | 25.4% | $364,800 |
| Phenix City | 38,499 | $50,053 | 24.5% | $170,300 |
| Opelika | 32,820 | $65,004 | 16.0% | $241,800 |
| Smiths Station | 5,496 | $64,669 | 14.1% | $203,300 |
| Notasulga | 1,050 | $42,411 | 37.3% | $137,500 |
| Loachapoka | 223 | $41,985 | 21.5% | $220,200 |
Cities Similar to Waverly
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gordon | 323 | N/A | $86,700 | 4.0% | 31.6% |
| Fredonia | 329 | N/A | $237,500 | 14.3% | 76.3% |
| Nances Creek | 330 | N/A | $222,100 | 26.5% | 15.2% |
| Axis | 326 | $95,977 | $208,300 | 7.8% | 0.0% |
| Epes | 354 | N/A | $56,700 | 26.0% | 49.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 315, Waverly's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Waverly is a small community located in Alabama, within Lee County. The total population is 315. It ranks as the 469th most populous out of 592 Census-designated places in Alabama.
Age Demographics
The median age in Waverly is 54.8 years. This is 39% higher than the state median of 39.3 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Waverly is $81,953. This is 28% higher than the state median of $63,999. It is also 2% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 0.6%. This is 96% lower than the state poverty rate of 15.6%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Waverly, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $377,800. Housing costs are 80% higher than the state median of $209,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.6x. 97.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 39% higher than the state average of 70.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Waverly has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.9% of all residents.
Education
33.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 19% higher than the state rate of 28.4%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Waverly, Alabama is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Alabama state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 592 Census-designated places in Alabama. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Waverly, Alabama?
Waverly, Alabama has a population of 315 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Waverly, AL?
The median household income in Waverly is $81,953, which is 2% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Waverly, AL?
The poverty rate in Waverly is 0.6%. This means approximately 2 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Waverly, Alabama?
Waverly's population is 94.9% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Waverly, AL?
The median home value in Waverly is $377,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.6x.
How educated is Waverly, Alabama?
33.9% of adults (25+) in Waverly hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.