Waverly, MO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
854 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
71.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$48,000 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
21.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$107,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$523 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$489 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
48.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Lafayette County
2
Kansas City Metro Area
5
Missouri
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Lafayette County
2
Kansas City Metro Area
5
Missouri
5

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 35% of residents leaning left and 60% leaning right.

Liberal (36%) (61%) Conservative

Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Hot humid summers and mild winters with precipitation in all seasons. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 4 28
Feb 2 4 33
Mar 3 1 43
Apr 4 0 53
May 4 0 64
Jun 6 0 74
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 4 0 77
Sep 4 0 67
Oct 4 0 56
Nov 3 1 43
Dec 2 4 31

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Waverly Regional Youth Ctr
<1 miles, N · 3.2star
Santa Fe Elem
<1 miles, NW · 1.9star
Santa Fe High
8 miles, SW · 3.2star
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Colleges

Missouri Valley College
19 miles, SE · 1.9star
Warrensburg Area Career Center
32 miles, SW · 1.4star
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Hospitals

Carroll County Memorial Hospital
12 miles, NE · 3.2star
Fitzgibbon Memorial Hospital
18 miles, SE · 3.2star
Lafayette Regional Health Center
19 miles, W · 3.2star
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Airports

Kansas City International Airport
64 miles, NW · 3.7star
Columbia Regional Airport
75 miles, SE · 1star
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