1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Bettendorf, IA
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Bettendorf, Iowa as of July 2026. That's +26% lower than the citywide median of $1,327 and +30% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Bettendorf
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a 1-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Bettendorf
Compare Bettendorf's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 1-bedroom in Iowa
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fort Dodge | $670 |
| 2 | Newton | $710 |
| 3 | Marion | $720 |
| 4 | Boone | $730 |
| 5 | Marshalltown | $730 |
| 6 | Knoxville | $740 |
| 7 | Waterloo | $740 |
| 8 | Dubuque | $750 |
| 9 | Cedar Rapids | $808 |
| 10 | Davenport | $822 |
| 11 | Burlington | $830 |
| 12 | Cedar Falls | $850 |
| 13 | Sioux City | $850 |
| 14 | Pella | $870 |
| 15 | Coralville | $890 |
Most expensive cities for a 1-bedroom in Iowa
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ankeny | $1,210 |
| 2 | Johnston | $1,180 |
| 3 | Waukee | $1,160 |
| 4 | West Des Moines | $1,110 |
| 5 | Urbandale | $1,110 |
| 6 | Altoona | $1,080 |
| 7 | North Liberty | $1,070 |
| 8 | Pleasant Hill | $1,060 |
| 9 | Norwalk | $1,050 |
| 10 | Ames | $1,015 |
| 11 | Grimes | $990 |
| 12 | Tiffin | $980 |
| 13 | Bettendorf (this page) | $980 |
| 14 | Des Moines | $970 |
| 15 | Iowa City | $967 |
Nearby cities — 1-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 1-bedroom rents than Bettendorf.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Bettendorf |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moline, IL | 6.5 mi | $820 | $-160 (-16%) |
| Davenport, IA | 8.3 mi | $822 | $-158 (-16%) |
| Rock Island, IL | 9.8 mi | $800 | $-180 (-18%) |
| Burlington, IA | 67.2 mi | $830 | $-150 (-15%) |
| Dubuque, IA | 68.8 mi | $750 | $-230 (-23%) |
| Dixon, IL | 70.7 mi | $770 | $-210 (-21%) |
| Iowa City, IA | 73.1 mi | $967 | $-13 (-1%) |
| Coralville, IA | 78.1 mi | $890 | $-90 (-9%) |
| Macomb, IL | 79.1 mi | $740 | $-240 (-24%) |
| North Liberty, IA | 81.3 mi | $1,070 | +$90 (+9%) |
| Marion, IA | 82.4 mi | $720 | $-260 (-27%) |
| Peoria, IL | 83.1 mi | $813 | $-167 (-17%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Bettendorf — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Bettendorf?
As of July 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Bettendorf, Iowa is $980 per month. This is +26% below the citywide median of $1,327.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Bettendorf?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $39,200 ($3,267/month gross), which works out to roughly $18.85/hour at a full-time job.
Is Bettendorf expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Bettendorf's 1-bedroom median of $980 is +30% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 19th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Bettendorf rank for 1-bedroom rent in Iowa?
Among the 32 cities in Iowa with 1-bedroom data, Bettendorf ranks #20 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Bettendorf?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include Moline ($820), Davenport ($822), Rock Island ($800).