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New Waverly, TX


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New Waverly, Texas

New Waverly, Texas, in Walker county, is 26 miles N of The Woodlands, Texas (center to center) and 54 miles N of Houston, Texas. There are an estimated 950 people in the city.

The People and Families of New Waverly

In New Waverly, about 50% of adults are married. Though there are lots of families, New Waverly isn't one of those places where everyone is married. Single people can feel at home there.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, New Waverly had a median family income of $36,250.

Political Inclinations

In the 2004 race for President, George W. Bush was the top recipient of campaign contributions ($450) in New Waverly. Party contributions tended to flow to the Republican team.

New Waverly Housing

Approximately 63% of housing in New Waverly is owner-occupied. The city sports a large amount of seasonal housing, typically for vacation or part-time use. New Waverly contains many homes that have been built in recent years.

Commuting

In New Waverly, 88% of commuters drive to work. The city is not so congested and car-oriented that lots of people can't get around on foot or by bike.

High Points

New Waverly strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Texas):

CategoryTrophy
Racial Diversity
(vs. Peers)
Top 3%trophyNew Waverly Racial Diversity
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. Peers)
Top 6%New Waverly Walking and Biking to Work
Public Transportation Use
(vs. State)
Top 14%New Waverly Public Transportation Use

Comparative Profile of New Waverly, TX

Comparing New Waverly to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Texas (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Racial Diversity108
Children Under 5 Years Old86
Female Share of the Population78
Well-Paid Single Women78
Well-Paid Single Men57
Senior Citizens56
Male Share of the Population43
Age of the Population35

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size63
Portion of People Married21

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults55
Median Family Income45
People in Middle Class or Better35
People Above Poverty23

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work1010
Public Transportation Use89
Short Commute Times55
Working at Home56

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Seasonal and Vacation Housing910
Housing Recently Built97
People Living Alone810
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals88
Affordability of Rents88
Affordability of Property Taxes77
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