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Is Davenport a Good Place to Live? Davenport, Iowa: cost of living, crime, schools and rankings
Davenport ranks #1020 of the 1,312 US cities we track, #193 of 256 mid-size cities and #20 of 20 in Iowa. Against similar-size cities it stands out for low rents ($978/mo, #11 of 256) and low living costs (89.1, #13 of 256), and trails on high violent crime (652 per 100,000, #196 of 235).
Davenport by the numbers
The measures people check first, each with Davenport's rank among the tracked cities and the US figure (or the similar-size median where there is no national figure).
What is the cost of living in Davenport?
Davenport's cost of living index is 89.1, 11% below the US level of 100 and #175 of 1,308 cities with data (1 = cheapest). Median rent is $978/mo against $1,641/mo in similar-size cities. The typical home is worth $196,283, 18% below the typical Iowa home ($239,547).
| Measure | Davenport | IowaIA | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cost of living indexBEA Regional Price Parities, metro area · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size 101.8 · US 100 | 89.1#175 of 1,308 | 87.8 | 101.8 | 100 |
| Typical home valueZillow Home Value Index · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $439,863 · US $368,697 | $196,283#108 of 1,187 | $239,547 | $439,863 | $368,697 |
| Typical asking rentZillow Observed Rent Index · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $1,871/mo · US $1,948/mo | $971/mo#19 of 1,115 | — | $1,871/mo | $1,948/mo |
| Median home value (Census)Census ACS · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $405,750 | $166,400#126 of 1,309 | — | $405,750 | — |
| Median rent (Census)Census ACS · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $1,641/mo | $978/mo#191 of 1,309 | — | $1,641/mo | — |
| Home value to incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 5x | 2.5x#41 of 1,309 | — | 5x | — |
| Rent as a share of incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 23.9% | 17.7%#213 of 1,309 | — | 23.9% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 256 cities of 100,000 to 250,000 we track (median). Iowa is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. Zillow figures track homes and rentals on the market now; Census figures are survey medians of all homes and leases, so the two differ.
Davenport housing market · August
Typical home value is a monthly index of homes in the middle third of the market; the Census figures above are survey medians and will differ. Source in the data sources list below. Davenport is in the Davenport-Moline-Rock Island, IA-IL metro.
Iowa housing market →Is Davenport safe?
Davenport recorded 652 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, 2 times the US rate of 328 and 2.8 times Iowa's 234. That ranks #942 of 1,085 cities with data (1 = safest) and #196 of 235 mid-size cities, from a full year of reports to the FBI by Davenport Police Department. Property crime runs 3,177 per 100,000 (US 1,548).
| Measure | Davenport | IowaIA | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent crime per 100,000FBI Crime Data Explorer · rank 1 = safestSimilar-size 352 · US 328 | 652#942 of 1,085 | 234 | 352 | 328 |
| Property crime per 100,000FBI Crime Data Explorer · rank 1 = safestSimilar-size 1,730 · US 1,548 | 3,177#976 of 1,085 | 1,172 | 1,730 | 1,548 |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 256 cities of 100,000 to 250,000 we track (median). Iowa is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. City rates come from each police agency's report to the FBI and are not strictly comparable across agencies.
What do people earn in Davenport?
The median household in Davenport earns $66,200, 20% below the US figure of $83,163 and 12% below Iowa ($75,501). Unemployment is 4.7% (US 4.3%). 15.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The population fell 0.1% in the latest year (US +0.5%).
| Measure | Davenport | IowaIA | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median household incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size $80,112 · US $83,163 | $66,200#900 of 1,312 | $75,501 | $80,112 | $83,163 |
| Unemployment rateBLS LAUS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 4.2% · US 4.3% | 4.7%#760 of 1,058 | 3.5% | 4.2% | 4.3% |
| Poverty rateCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 12.6% | 15.2%#874 of 1,312 | — | 12.6% | — |
| Population growth, one yearCensus population estimates · rank 1 = fastestSimilar-size +0.3% · US +0.5% | -0.1%#723 of 1,132 | +0.3% | +0.3% | +0.5% |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 256 cities of 100,000 to 250,000 we track (median). Iowa is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure.
Who lives in Davenport?
The median resident of Davenport is 37.5 years old, against 36.7 in similar-size cities. 29.9% of adults have a bachelor's degree or more, #796 of 1,312 cities (1 = highest). 62.9% of occupied homes are lived in by their owners; the rest are rented.
| Measure | Davenport | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median ageCensus ACSSimilar-size 36.7 | 37.5 | 36.7 | — |
| Adults with a bachelor's degree or moreCensus ACS · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size 34% | 29.9%#796 of 1,312 | 34% | — |
| Homes lived in by their ownerCensus ACSSimilar-size 56.7% | 62.9% | 56.7% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 256 cities of 100,000 to 250,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure.
How are Davenport's schools and health?
Davenport's 22 public schools graduate 86% of students in four years (Iowa 89.9%), with 14.5 students per teacher and $13,995 spent per pupil. 42.6% of adults are obese and 11.7% have diabetes, against similar-size city medians of 33.3% and 11.5%.
| Measure | Davenport | IowaIA | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High school graduation rateDepartment of Education EDFacts · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size 88% | 86%#647 of 1,063 | 89.9% | 88% | — |
| Students per teacherNCES Common Core of Data · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 17.4 | 14.5#379 of 1,188 | — | 17.4 | — |
| Spending per pupilNCES school finance survey · rank 1 = mostSimilar-size $14,993 | $13,995#704 of 1,188 | — | $14,993 | — |
| Adult obesityCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 33.3% | 42.6%#1229 of 1,311 | — | 33.3% | — |
| Adult diabetesCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 11.5% | 11.7%#732 of 1,311 | — | 11.5% | — |
| Adults with frequent mental distressCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 17.5% | 17.8%#817 of 1,311 | — | 17.5% | — |
| Adults without health insuranceCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 11.1% | 8.2%#400 of 1,311 | — | 11.1% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 256 cities of 100,000 to 250,000 we track (median). Iowa is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. 11,971 students are enrolled in Davenport's public schools.
What are the commute and weather like in Davenport?
The average commute in Davenport is 19.4 minutes (Iowa 20.4); 0.7% of workers take transit and 10.3% work from home. On the EPA's walkability index Davenport scores 8.3 of 20 (below average walkable), #982 of 1,312 cities (1 = most walkable). Summers average 73.7°F and winters 26.6°F, with 38.3 inches of precipitation a year.
| Measure | Davenport | IowaIA | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average commuteCensus ACS · rank 1 = shortestSimilar-size 24.6 min | 19.4 min#297 of 1,312 | 20.4 min | 24.6 min | — |
| Commutes of an hour or moreCensus ACS · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 6% | 3.5%#290 of 1,312 | 4.5% | 6% | — |
| Drive alone to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 70.7% | 76.5% | 76.6% | 70.7% | — |
| Take transit to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 1.1% | — |
| Walk to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 1.6% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 1.6% | — |
| Bike to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.3% | — |
| Work from homeCensus ACSSimilar-size 13.3% | 10.3% | 9.9% | 13.3% | — |
| Walkability index (1 to 20)EPA National Walkability Index · rank 1 = most walkableSimilar-size 11.6 | 8.3#982 of 1,312 | — | 11.6 | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 256 cities of 100,000 to 250,000 we track (median). Iowa is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. The walkability index is the EPA's, averaged over the city's neighborhoods by population.
| Month | Average high (°F) | Average low (°F) | Precipitation (inches) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 31.8 | 14.8 | 1.7 |
| Feb | 36.6 | 18.8 | 1.8 |
| Mar | 49.9 | 29.6 | 2.6 |
| Apr | 63 | 39.9 | 3.8 |
| May | 73.9 | 51.1 | 4.7 |
| Jun | 83.1 | 61 | 5 |
| Jul | 86.1 | 64.9 | 4.2 |
| Aug | 84.1 | 62.7 | 4 |
| Sep | 77.9 | 54.2 | 3.3 |
| Oct | 64.8 | 42.6 | 2.8 |
| Nov | 49.8 | 30.9 | 2.3 |
| Dec | 37 | 20.8 | 2 |
Top: average low to average high, °F. Bottom: precipitation, inches. NOAA 30-year climate normals at Moline Quad City International Airport.
| Measure | Davenport | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average temperatureNOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 62.1°F | 51.2°F | 62.1°F | — |
| Summer average (Jun–Aug)NOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 76.9°F | 73.7°F | 76.9°F | — |
| Winter average (Dec–Feb)NOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 47.7°F | 26.6°F | 47.7°F | — |
| Precipitation a yearNOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 36.8 in | 38.3 in | 36.8 in | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 256 cities of 100,000 to 250,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure. NOAA 30-year climate normals at Moline Quad City International Airport.
What are the air quality and natural hazard risks in Davenport?
Scott County's air had a median air quality index of 46, and 59% of measured days were rated good; 2 days were unhealthy for sensitive groups or worse, mostly from fine particles. Relative to other US counties, FEMA's National Risk Index puts Scott County's biggest natural hazard losses in hail, ice storm, and inland flooding, with expected yearly losses of 0.12% of building value, lower than 71% of US counties.
| Measure | Davenport | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median air quality index (county)EPA Air Quality System · rank 1 = cleanestSimilar-size 46 | 46#700 of 1,138 | 46 | — |
| Unhealthy air days a year (county)EPA Air Quality System · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 4 | 2#481 of 1,138 | 4 | — |
| Yearly hazard losses, share of building value (county)FEMA National Risk Index · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 0.16% | 0.12%#420 of 1,312 | 0.16% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 256 cities of 100,000 to 250,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure. County figures for Scott County: the EPA measures air at monitors and FEMA estimates hazard losses by county, not by city.
Natural hazard losses, Scott County
| Hazard | Yearly loss | Higher than |
|---|---|---|
| Hail | 0.0093% | 83% of counties |
| Ice storm | 0.0011% | 61% of counties |
| Inland flooding | 0.089% | 59% of counties |
| Strong wind | 0.0022% | 54% of counties |
| Earthquake | 0.0024% | 45% of counties |
| Tornado | 0.004% | 33% of counties |
FEMA National Risk Index: expected yearly building losses from each hazard as a share of the county's building value, compared with every US county exposed to that hazard. Loss rates, unlike FEMA's risk ratings, do not rise just because a county has more property.
How does Davenport compare with similar-size cities?
Davenport is one of 256 cities of 100,000 to 250,000 we track and ranks #193 of them on overall score. The table sets it beside the 8 cities in other states closest to its population of 100,913.
| City | Rank | Score | Income | Rent | Violent crime | Commute |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Davenport, IAPop. 100,913 | #1020 | 49.7 | $66,200 | $978/mo | 652 | 19.4 min |
| St. George, UTPop. 101,995 | #547 | 57.3 | $76,508 | $1,545/mo | 191 | 17.2 min |
| Carmel, INPop. 101,651 | #18 | 73.1 | $141,505 | $1,712/mo | 51 | 24.6 min |
| New Bedford, MAPop. 100,998 | #849 | 52.5 | $56,981 | $1,137/mo | 345 | 24.7 min |
| Hesperia, CAPop. 100,775 | #1235 | 43.3 | $72,160 | $1,590/mo | 463 | 42.9 min |
| Albany, NYPop. 100,492 | #700 | 54.9 | $61,986 | $1,216/mo | 832 | 20 min |
| Boca Raton, FLPop. 100,234 | #347 | 61.0 | $106,273 | $2,508/mo | 113 | 21.2 min |
| Yuma, AZPop. 100,139 | #1169 | 46.1 | $65,482 | $1,114/mo | 353 | 18.4 min |
| San Angelo, TXPop. 99,674 | #701 | 54.9 | $65,864 | $1,153/mo | 287 | 19.2 min |
Rank is overall rank of 1,312. Income is median household income; rent is Census median rent; violent crime is per 100,000 residents as reported to the FBI ("no data" and "incomplete" are explained on each city's page).
How does Davenport compare with the rest of Iowa?
Davenport ranks #20 of the 20 Iowa cities we track, with a score of 49.7 against Iowa's statewide 69.2. Its households earn 12% below the Iowa median. Violent crime is 2.8 times the statewide rate. Homes are 18% below the typical Iowa home.
| City | Rank in IA | Score | Income | Rent | Violent crime |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waukee, IAPop. 29,236 | #1 | 70.9 | $101,029 | $1,383/mo | 139 |
| Urbandale, IAPop. 46,595 | #2 | 69.9 | $112,795 | $1,211/mo | 122 |
| Ankeny, IAPop. 72,615 | #3 | 69.0 | $108,198 | $1,319/mo | 151 |
| Marion, IAPop. 41,896 | #4 | 67.3 | $86,743 | $961/mo | 126 |
| West Des Moines, IAPop. 71,083 | #5 | 66.1 | $86,594 | $1,237/mo | 147 |
| Bettendorf, IAPop. 39,647 | #6 | 65.5 | $100,495 | $1,187/mo | 94 |
| Cedar Falls, IAPop. 40,888 | #7 | 61.5 | $76,987 | $1,203/mo | 135 |
| Ames, IAPop. 67,669 | #8 | 60.8 | $60,991 | $1,023/mo | 103 |
| Cedar Rapids, IAPop. 137,264 | #9 | 60.3 | $70,424 | $967/mo | 265 |
| Iowa City, IAPop. 75,752 | #10 | 59.3 | $58,546 | $1,094/mo | 257 |
| Dubuque, IAPop. 59,174 | #11 | 58.6 | $65,845 | $948/mo | 405 |
| Mason City, IAPop. 27,050 | #12 | 57.0 | $64,804 | $882/mo | 354 |
| Sioux City, IAPop. 86,101 | #13 | 54.6 | $68,906 | $976/mo | 495 |
| Marshalltown, IAPop. 27,626 | #14 | 54.0 | $69,068 | $891/mo | 283 |
| Council Bluffs, IAPop. 62,586 | #15 | 52.1 | $64,578 | $1,030/mo | 525 |
| Des Moines, IAPop. 212,421 | #16 | 52.0 | $65,932 | $1,090/mo | 642 |
| Ottumwa, IAPop. 25,430 | #17 | 51.6 | $61,103 | $921/mo | 272 |
| Fort Dodge, IAPop. 24,827 | #18 | 50.1 | $60,649 | $785/mo | 940 |
| Waterloo, IAPop. 67,008 | #19 | 49.8 | $57,480 | $923/mo | 472 |
| Davenport, IAPop. 100,913 | #20 | 49.7 | $66,200 | $978/mo | 652 |
All 20 Iowa cities we track, by overall score. Iowa statewide: median income $75,501, violent crime 233.9 per 100,000.
How is Davenport's score calculated?
Davenport scores 49.7 out of 100, #1020 of 1,312 (grade C, which follows rank). It is scored on the 10 of 11 categories with local data; outdoor access is left out rather than filled with Iowa's statewide figure, and the other weights are scaled up to fill the gap. Each score is compared with the median of similar-size cities, which are scored the same way.
- EconomyCity data · 16% of score
Median household income and unemployment in Davenport. Similar-size median 52.9.
44.7 - SafetyCity data · 13% of score
Violent and property crime per 100,000 residents, as reported to the FBI by Davenport's police agency. Similar-size median 70.6.
42.5 - HealthCity data · 13% of score
Adult obesity, diabetes and frequent mental distress in Davenport. Similar-size median 53.8.
40.9 - EducationCity data · 13% of score
Graduation rate, students per teacher and spending per pupil in Davenport's public schools. Similar-size median 52.1.
58.2 - AffordabilityCity data · 11% of score
Davenport's home values and rents and its metro area's price level. Similar-size median 59.1.
85.3 - Household financesCity data · 9% of score
Median household income and poverty rate in Davenport. Similar-size median 51.2.
41.0 - GrowthCity data · 7% of score
Population growth and unemployment in Davenport. Similar-size median 42.1.
37.7 - TransportationCity data · 7% of score
Commute time, long commutes, driving alone, transit, walking, cycling and working from home in Davenport. Similar-size median 50.1.
49.9 - WalkabilityCity data · 7% of score
The EPA's walkability index across Davenport's neighborhoods. Similar-size median 56.1.
38.4 - EnvironmentCounty data · 4% of score
Air quality and natural hazard losses in the county. Similar-size median 45.9.
59.6 - Outdoor accessNot scored
No city-level park or public land measure exists, so outdoor access is not scored for cities.
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Bar: Davenport's category score out of 100. Tick: median of the 256 cities of 100,000 to 250,000 we track. Shares of score are the category weights rescaled over the categories Davenport has data for. City scores use city formulas and are not on the same scale as state scores. Grades follow rank among the 1,312 cities. Methodology
Frequently asked questions about living in Davenport
Is Davenport, IA a good place to live?
Davenport ranks #1020 of the 1,312 US cities we track, #193 of 256 mid-size cities and #20 of 20 in Iowa. Against similar-size cities it stands out for low rents ($978/mo, #11 of 256) and low living costs (89.1, #13 of 256), and trails on high violent crime (652 per 100,000, #196 of 235).
What is the cost of living in Davenport?
Davenport's cost of living index is 89.1, 11% below the US level of 100 and #175 of 1,308 cities with data (1 = cheapest). Median rent is $978/mo against $1,641/mo in similar-size cities. The typical home is worth $196,283, 18% below the typical Iowa home ($239,547).
What is the crime rate in Davenport?
Davenport recorded 652 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, 2 times the US rate of 328 and 2.8 times Iowa's 234. That ranks #942 of 1,085 cities with data (1 = safest) and #196 of 235 mid-size cities, from a full year of reports to the FBI by Davenport Police Department. Property crime runs 3,177 per 100,000 (US 1,548).
What is the median household income in Davenport?
The median household in Davenport earns $66,200, 20% below the US figure of $83,163 and 12% below Iowa ($75,501). Unemployment is 4.7% (US 4.3%). 15.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The population fell 0.1% in the latest year (US +0.5%).
How much is rent in Davenport?
Median rent in Davenport is $978/mo (Census), #191 of 1,309 cities with data (1 = cheapest). The typical asking rent for a unit on the market now is $971/mo, against $1,948/mo nationally. Median rent takes 17.7% of the median household's income.
How much does a house cost in Davenport?
The typical home value in Davenport is $196,283, up 3.6% in a year, against $239,547 for Iowa and $368,697 nationally. The Census median value of owner-occupied homes is $166,400.
How are the public schools in Davenport?
Davenport's 22 public schools graduate 86% of students in four years (Iowa 89.9%), with 14.5 students per teacher and $13,995 spent per pupil.
How long is the commute in Davenport?
The average commute is 19.4 minutes, #297 of 1,312 cities (1 = shortest), against 20.4 minutes across Iowa. 3.5% of workers spend an hour or more getting to work.
What is the weather like in Davenport?
Davenport averages 51.2°F over the year, 73.7°F in summer and 26.6°F in winter, with 38.3 inches of precipitation. Figures are NOAA climate normals.
Is Davenport walkable?
Davenport scores 8.3 out of 20 on the EPA's National Walkability Index (below average walkable), #982 of 1,312 cities (1 = most walkable). The index weighs street intersection density, distance to transit and the mix of homes and jobs in each neighborhood.
What natural disasters is Davenport at risk for?
Relative to other US counties, FEMA's National Risk Index puts Scott County's biggest natural hazard losses in hail, ice storm, and inland flooding, with expected yearly losses of 0.12% of building value, lower than 71% of US counties.
How is the air quality in Davenport?
Scott County's air had a median air quality index of 46, and 59% of measured days were rated good; 2 days were unhealthy for sensitive groups or worse, mostly from fine particles.
Who lives in Davenport?
Davenport has 100,913 residents. The median resident of Davenport is 37.5 years old, against 36.7 in similar-size cities. 29.9% of adults have a bachelor's degree or more, #796 of 1,312 cities (1 = highest). 62.9% of occupied homes are lived in by their owners; the rest are rented.
How does Davenport compare with the rest of Iowa?
Davenport ranks #20 of the 20 Iowa cities we track, with a score of 49.7 against Iowa's statewide 69.2. Its households earn 12% below the Iowa median. Violent crime is 2.8 times the statewide rate. Homes are 18% below the typical Iowa home.
What cities are similar in size to Davenport?
The tracked cities in other states closest to Davenport's population of 100,913 are St. George, UT (#547 overall), Carmel, IN (#18 overall), New Bedford, MA (#849 overall), Hesperia, CA (#1235 overall), and Albany, NY (#700 overall). Davenport is #1020.