Waverly, NE

Population
4,533
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,123 ft
Median Home Value
$316,600
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,076/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$111,632
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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Located about fifteen minutes northeast of Lincoln along Highway 6, Waverly offers a quiet, small-town setting with easy access to city conveniences. With a population of around 4,500, the town has grown from its 1870s railroad beginnings into one of the region's most welcoming communities. Historic homes and leafy streets blend easily with newer housing developments, giving newcomers plenty of space and a friendly neighborhood vibe.

A major draw for families is Waverly School District 145, known for strong academics and enthusiastic community support for local sports and activities. Residents enjoy well-kept green spaces, walking paths, and afternoon outings to Wayne Park or the local pool. Quick access to Highway 6 and Interstate 80 keeps daily commutes into Lincoln simple and Omaha an easy drive away, making Waverly a comfortable, practical place to put down roots.

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