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Davenport, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Davenport is a small town in California with a population of 537. Residents earn $72,083 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
537 Population 188/sq mi density
$72,083 Median Income $29,780 per capita
$1,000,000 Home Value $958,796 Zillow
$1,690 Median Rent 27.0% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$72,083 median income, 5.9% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$1,000,000 home value, $1,690/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,083
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $1,000,000
255% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.2%
22% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,690
45% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.4%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.9%
64% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.8%
53% lower than US avg

How Davenport Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population537
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density188/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 41%
Veterans1.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$72,083
Per Capita$29,780
Unemployment5.9%
Poverty5.8%
County GDP$21,092M
Commute19 min

Housing

F
Home Value$1,000,000
Rent$1,690
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$958,796
Housing Units192
Rent Burden27.0%

Health

Obesity26.4%
Uninsured9.0%
Smoking9.8%
Depression23.2%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain49.6 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation84 ft (26 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.2%
High School+81.3%
Graduate+11.1%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 21% / D 75%
Commute19 min
Broadband68.8%
Libraries16

Is Davenport a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Davenport receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Davenport has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Davenport is $72,083, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Davenport is $1,000,000, making it a premium housing market at 255% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,690 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 13.9x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

26.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Davenport enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 49.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Davenport has a population of 537 with a density of 188 people per square mile. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (41.2%), with 2.2% Hispanic.

Population

537
Total Population
188
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Davenport vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only51.0%
35% below US avg
Spanish49.0%
266% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Davenport vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Davenport is $72,083, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Davenport vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,083
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,780
Avg Weekly Wage$1,300
IRS Avg AGI$115,937

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.9%
64% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.8%
53% below US avg
Establishments (County)10,171
County GDP$21,092M

Business (County)

Restaurants734
Healthcare939
Retail822
Manufacturing281

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,787
180% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate0.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.1 min
Drive Alone48.3%
Public Transit1.3%
Work from Home5.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Davenport is $1,000,000, 255% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,690 (45% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $958,796.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,000,000
255% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$958,796

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,690
45% above US avg
Rent Burden27.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,513
1 Bedroom$1,647
2 Bedrooms$2,053
3 Bedrooms$2,752
4 Bedrooms$3,165

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied36.9%
Housing Units192
Median Year Built1956

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,787
180% above US avg
Effective Rate0.98%
In Davenport, 26.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 9.0% of residents lack health insurance. 9.8% are current smokers. 23.2% report depression. 19.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Davenport vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.4%
18% below US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure26.8%
Asthma9.8%
COPD4.3%
Cancer6.6%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.8%
30% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity19.1%
Depression23.2%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress11.9%
Short Sleep32.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.2%
Uninsured9.0%
5% above US avg
Checkup Rate69.4%
Dental Visits66.1%
Premature Death5,482/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access98.3%
Healthcare Facilities939
Davenport has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.6 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

51°F Jan (11°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average60.5°F
12% above US avg
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.6 inches
31% above US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation84 ft (26 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.4 km²)
Population Density188/sq mi
Coordinates37.0178°N, 122.1879°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06087
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 26.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (22% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 54.4-point margin. 68.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 20.9%
D 75.3%

Winner: Democrat by 54.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.2%
22% below US avg
High School+81.3%
Graduate Degree+11.1%
School Test Score4.69
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density188/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access68.8%
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities939
Restaurants734
Retail Stores822

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)25

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.1 min
Drive Alone48.3%
Public Transit1.3%
Work from Home5.2%

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