Waverly, Washington Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Waverly, Washington had a total population of 166, the 569th largest town in Washington, with a median household income of $65,909, which is 33% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 33% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
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 | 163 | 166 | +1.8% |
| Median household income | $65,703 | $65,909 | +0.3% |
| Median home value | $191,700 | $225,000 | +17.4% |
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: 56 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Waverly Rankings in Washington
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Other Cities in Spokane County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spokane | 230,293 | $70,064 | 13.8% | $363,500 |
| Spokane Valley | 106,365 | $74,042 | 12.9% | $382,300 |
| Cheney | 12,804 | $54,503 | 31.3% | $395,900 |
| Liberty Lake | 12,737 | $118,723 | 5.0% | $577,500 |
| Airway Heights | 11,245 | $62,874 | 19.5% | $348,500 |
| Fairwood (Spokane County) | 10,674 | $91,988 | 7.8% | $469,100 |
| Mead | 6,893 | $77,045 | 7.4% | $408,200 |
| Country Homes | 6,198 | $84,653 | 14.2% | $429,400 |
| Otis Orchards-East Farms | 5,454 | $97,500 | 5.6% | $430,500 |
| Medical Lake | 4,950 | $79,989 | 8.1% | $368,700 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lamont | 170 | N/A | $102,100 | 9.5% | 55.3% |
| Willapa | 172 | N/A | $263,600 | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Index | 173 | N/A | $580,400 | 14.4% | 13.3% |
| Porter | 155 | N/A | $398,500 | 40.0% | 13.6% |
| Cougar | 151 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 166, 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 Washington, within Spokane County. The total population is 166. It ranks as the 569th most populous out of 628 Census-designated places in Washington.
Age Demographics
The median age in Waverly is 46.9 years. This is 22% higher than the state median of 38.3 years. Only 13.3% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Waverly is $65,909. This is 33% lower than the state median of $98,141. It is also 18% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.0%. This is 39% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. 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 $225,000. Housing costs are 60% lower than the state median of $564,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.4x. 91.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 44% higher than the state average of 63.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Waverly has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.2% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 0.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 14.4%.
Education
22.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 44% lower than the state rate of 39.6%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 98.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Waverly, Washington 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 Washington state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 628 Census-designated places in Washington. 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, Washington?
Waverly, Washington has a population of 166 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Waverly, WA?
The median household income in Waverly is $65,909, which is 18% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Waverly, WA?
The poverty rate in Waverly is 6.0%. This means approximately 10 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Waverly, Washington?
Waverly's population is 92.2% White, 0.0% Black, 0.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Waverly, WA?
The median home value in Waverly is $225,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.4x.
How educated is Waverly, Washington?
22.1% of adults (25+) in Waverly hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 14.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.