Waverly at a glance
- Population: 120 (US Census Bureau, Vintage 2023 subcounty estimate), the 278th-largest of 281 places in Washington.
- 2020 Census base: 121 residents (US Census Bureau, 2020 Census).
- 2020 to 2023 change: down about 0.8% from the 2020 Census base to the 2023 estimate (US Census Bureau).
- Rank among Washington places: 278th out of 281 Census places (US Census Bureau).
- Size percentile: about 1% of places in Washington are smaller (US Census Bureau).
- Coordinates: 47.3381 latitude, -117.2312 longitude (US Census Bureau Gazetteer).
- Nearest larger cities (120-mile radius): Fairfield, WA (4 mi); Latah, WA (5 mi); Rockford, WA (9 mi); Spangle, WA (9 mi); Rosalia, WA (10 mi) (US Census Bureau).
- Smaller places close by: Tensed, ID (19 mi); State Line, ID (27 mi); Huetter, ID (31 mi) (US Census Bureau).
What a personal loan costs in Waverly
Unlike a revolving credit card, a personal loan is closed-end: the balance falls on a fixed schedule and the payment does not change.
Compare every quote on APR because it includes the fees the interest rate hides, and check the payment with our personal loan calculator.
Choosing a longer term eases the monthly budget but adds interest over the life of the loan; a shorter term costs more per month and less overall.
Pre-qualifying with several lenders takes minutes, uses a soft pull, and gives you real numbers to compare before any hard inquiry.
Washington lending rules that apply in Waverly
The table lists the Washington rules that apply to a loan made in Waverly, each with the regulator that published it.
| Rule | Detail | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Small-loan / installment lender licensing | Consumer Loan Company license required (Consumer Loan Act, RCW 31.04.035) Source says: No person may engage in any activity subject to this chapter without first obtaining and maintaining a license in accordance with this chapter. | Washington State Legislature (RCW) as of 2026-09-16 |
| State lending regulator | Washington State Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) Source says: DFI licenses and regulates financial institutions and service providers in Washington. | Washington State Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) as of 2026-09-16 |
| Maximum legal interest rate (usury cap) | 12% per annum, or four points above the Federal Reserve bill rate, whichever is higher (RCW 19.52.020) Source says: any rate of interest shall be legal so long as the rate of interest does not exceed the higher of: (a) Twelve percent per annum | Washington State Legislature (RCW) as of 2026-09-16 |
| Payday lending status | Licensed; small loans capped at $700 or 30% of monthly income, max 45 days, fees 15% on first $500 and 10% above (RCW 31.45) Source says: Payday lenders must be licensed by DFI — including online lenders that do business with Washington residents. | Washington State Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) as of 2026-09-16 |
How to compare offers in Waverly
Run through this list before signing anything in Waverly:
- Pull your free credit reports and dispute any error — it is the cheapest way to improve the rate you are offered.
- Run your figures through the personal loan calculator on this site so you know the payment before a lender quotes one.
- Pre-qualify with at least three lenders and compare the APR, not the interest rate.
- Check that the lender is licensed in Washington using the regulator named above.
- Read the disclosure for origination fees and any prepayment penalty before you sign.