Aerial view of downtown Waverly, IA
Waverly, IA

Welcoming Waverly

Enjoy the Main Street life here in this charming river town nestled in the Cedar Valley.

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Waverly, IA

Picturesque Waverly, part of the Cedar Valley region of Iowa, is the county seat of Bremer County and home of Warburg College. Located on the banks of the Cedar River, Waverly’s recreational amenities include 12 miles of recreational trails, 20+ parks, two 18-hole golf courses, indoor and outdoor pools, youth athletic facilities and more.

This safe and welcoming community offers numerous retail, restaurant and entertainment options, plus a downtown area that is designated as a Main Street Iowa District.

Thinking about moving to Waverly? Be sure to check out the new edition of Livability Cedar Valley to find out more about living and working in this outstanding region.

Weather in Waverly, IA

Average Temperatures

57 High / 36 Low

Average Annual Rainfall

35 Inches

Average Annual Snowfall

33 Inches

Quick Facts about Waverly, Iowa

Median Home Value
$190,150
Median Property Tax
$2,725
Total Population
10,996
Average Commute
12 min
Median Household Income
$78,427
Median Rent per Month
$643

Map of Waverly, IA

Experiences & Adventures in Waverly, IA

Sunset at Three Pines Farm in Cedar Valley, Iowa

How to Enjoy the Great Outdoors in Cedar Valley, Iowa

Get your fill of year-round outdoor activities in Cedar Valley, from glamping and biking to kayaking and snowmobiling.

Iowa Irish Fest in Waterloo, IA

Put These 5 Cedar Valley Events on Your Calendar

If you're looking for fun things to do in Waterloo and the region, be sure to attend the following festivities.

Women walk with their bikes along the Rolling Prairie Trail in the Cedar Valley region of Iowa.

Hit the Trails in Cedar Valley, IA 

The Cedar Valley's active cycling community is fun for everyone.

Food Scenes in Waverly, IA

Samples from the Wine Shop in the Cedar Valley of Iowa

Where to Find Great Beer and Wine in Cedar Valley, IA

Tap into a thriving craft beverage scene in Waterloo, Cedar Falls and the surrounding communities.

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Ragged Edge Art Bar and Gallery is a cocktail bar that showcases local artists’ work in the Cedar Valley region.

Healthy Places in Waverly, IA

MercyOne

Cedar Valley Residents Are in Good Health 

Northern Iowa residents don't have to travel far to find excellent hospitals in Cedar Valley.

Waverly, IA: Where to Live Now

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5 Reasons to Call Cedar Valley, IA, Home 

Why move to Cedar Valley? This collection of standout communities that include Waterloo and Cedar Falls have so much to offer.

Visitors walk past a mural in downtown Waterloo, Iowa.

13 Communities in the Cedar Valley, IA, to Consider 

Find your perfect neighborhood in this thriving community.

Education, Careers and Opportunity in Waverly, IA

John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center

Empowering Students and Entrepreneurs in Cedar Valley

Organizations work to accelerate small-business growth in Waterloo, Cedar Falls, Waverly and the surrounding communities.

Unverferth Manufacturing

Spark a Bright Future With Highly Skilled Jobs in Cedar Valley

Find out why companies are increasingly bringing top-paying jobs to Waterloo, Cedar Falls and Northeast Iowa.

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Why Do Cedar Valley Businesses Thrive?

The downtowns of the Cedar Valley region are bustling, thanks to a supportive community that loves small businesses.

Waverly, IA: Love Where You Live

The Yang family of Cedar Valley, Iowa

Why Cedar Valley, IA, is a Great Place to Live 

This region in Northeast Iowa, which consists of Cedar Falls, Waterloo, Waverly and other great towns, stands out as the ultimate family-friendly destination.

ReShonda Young talks with business owner Rosie Daniel of LuLit’s Hair Essence at Newton’s Paradise Cafe in Waterloo, Iowa, U.S. October 27, 2021. Photo by Brenna Norman for the Center for Public Integrity.

Cedar Valley Cultivates an Inclusive Community 

Minority-owned businesses find success in the Cedar Valley region thanks to a variety of resources and innovative programs. 

Shades of River Amphitheater, Waverly, IA _ Drone Images

Inside the Creative Community of Cedar Valley 

In the Cedar Valley region of Iowa, the arts are woven into the region's quality of life tapestry. 

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