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Davenport

Pop. 100,913·27th most expensive in Iowa·One of the most affordable rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$949/mo
Year-over-Year
+3.7%
Month-over-Month
+0.8%
vs US Median
-$1,016
Rising (Monthly)
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Davenport · $949
More affordable than 99% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
55/100
Fairly priced
OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 2% below what Davenport's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$949/mo
Expected by trend
$972/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$698
1 BR
$822
2 BR
$1,014
3 BR
$1,322
4 BR+
$1,562
Research median
$1,014/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$11,388/yr
At $949/mo median
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Rents are climbing (3.7% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.
Based on rent-price momentum (+3.7% YoY, +0.8% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Davenport, IA is majority owner-occupied, 29.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
100,913
Median income
$66,200
Median age
37.5
Renters
37.1%
Age distribution
21%
25.8%
24.3%
12.5%
16.4%
Under 1821%
18–3425.8%
35–5424.3%
55–6412.5%
65+16.4%
Gender
49.6%
50.4%
Male49.6%
Female50.4%
Race & ethnicity
73.8%
White73.8%
Black11.2%
Hispanic9%
Asian1.9%
Other4.1%
Education (25+)
29%
33.6%
29.9%
No HS diploma7.4%
HS diploma29%
Some college33.6%
Bachelor's+29.9%
Housing tenure
62.9%
37.1%
Owner62.9%
Renter37.1%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Davenport, IA has changed in 5 years

Rent
$742 → $949
up 27.9%
Income
$56,315 → $66,200
up 17.6%
Population
101,725 → 100,913
down 0.8%
Renter share
36.3% → 37.1%
+0.8 pts
Bachelor's+
27.1% → 29.9%
+2.8 pts

The median rent in Davenport, IA stood at $742 in 2021 and currently runs about $949, reflecting a 27.9% increase over the period. On the earnings side, the typical household in Davenport, IA now reports about $66,200, up from $56,315 in 2021. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 29.9% of adults here, versus 27.1% in 2021. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Davenport, IA reflects that arc in its own way.

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Davenport rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Davenport, IA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Davenport is $949/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $698/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,014/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $822/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,322/mo.

At 17% of local median household income ($66,200/yr), Davenport ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 3.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Davenport an affordable city for renters?

Davenport is considered very affordable for renters. At $949/mo, rent takes approximately 17% of the local median household income ($66,200/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Davenport falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Davenport?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $38,000/year (~$18/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $949/mo in Davenport. The local median household income is $66,200/yr, meaning the typical Davenport household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Davenport?

Rent in Davenport has increased 3.7% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Davenport neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Davenport are 52807 ($780/mo), 52804 ($981/mo), and 52806 ($1,057/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Davenport is $949/mo.

How does Davenport rent compare to other cities in Iowa?

Davenport is one of the more affordable cities in Iowa for rent, ranking #27 out of 32 tracked cities at $949/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Davenport?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Davenport ($949/mo): Clinton ($792/mo), Rock Island ($918/mo).

What percentage of Davenport residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 37.1% of Davenport households are renters, while 62.9% are owner-occupied. Davenport leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Davenport rent compare to the national average?

Davenport's median rent of $949/mo is $1,016 (52%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Iowa, it ranks #27 out of 32 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
17%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $949/mo, rent takes ~17% of Davenport's median household income ($66,200/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Davenport 17%Benchmark 30%
State income tax3.8%
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