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Davenport, IA Community

70 discussions from residents and visitors

Natalie Roberts

Career opportunities in Davenport, IA

Curious what people think. Median household income is $64,497, which feels about average for the area. The unemployment rate is 3.1%, which is pretty low. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse.

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Camila K.

Is Davenport worth moving to in 2026?

OK so Poverty rate is 10.3%, which is around average. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Does this match your experience? There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Traffic ...

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William

Commute times in Davenport -how bad?

Anyone else feel this way? With a population of 101K, Davenport is a mid-size city. Property taxes are high but you get good services. I'd say it's better for families than young singles.

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Camila K.

Best industries in Davenport right now

Hi all, We have two kids and You can expect to pay around $930 for rent here. The median home value here is around $162,900, which is actually reasonable. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. I'd say it's better for families than yo...

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Everett S.

Co-working spaces in Davenport?

OK so Born and raised here. The unemployment rate is 3.1%, which is pretty low. Poverty rate is 10.3%, which is around average. With a population of 101K, Davenport is a mid-size city. You can expect to pay around $930 for rent here. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Traffi...

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Miles T.

Is Davenport worth it salary-wise?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but Worth the trade-offs? Thanks for reading.

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Wesley Morales

Is Davenport good for remote workers?

Random thought, I'm a college student here and Poverty rate is 10.3%, which is around average. The median home value here is around $162,900, which is actually reasonable. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Am I overthinking this? The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The city has i...

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Albert D.

Is Davenport walkable?

Hi all, Has anyone dealt with this? The city has invested a lot in new development. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.

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Angel

Working in Davenport -salaries realistic?

Alright, I've been here for 10 years and Crime rate is something to consider -Davenport sits at 594.8 per 100K. It's a a mid-size city city with about 101K people. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The city has invested a lot in new development.

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Emily Mendoza

Moving to Davenport -what should I know?

I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Household incomes average around $64,497 in Davenport. Rent is about $930/month for a decent place. The unemployment rate is 3.1%, which is pretty low. With a population of 101K, Davenport is a mid-size city. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. There's ...

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Emily Mendoza

Most overrated things about Davenport

Random thought, Homes are going for about $162,900 on average. Does this match your experience? Any help is appreciated.

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Natalie Roberts

Most overrated things about Davenport

Alright, I'm a teacher here and The median home value here is around $162,900, which is actually reasonable. The weather takes some getting used to. TIA! Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The food scene here is surprisingly good.

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Edward C.

Moving to Davenport — what should I know?

I got a job offer in Davenport, IA and I'm seriously considering the move. I'm coming from a small city. A few questions: 1. Which neighborhoods should I look at for a $700-1100 budget? 2. How's the commute situation? 3. Is the crime as bad as the stats suggest? 4. Any hidden costs I should know ab...

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Christian W.

Rent in Davenport getting crazy

Anyone else feel this way? I'm single, late 50s, and Average temperature is around 53--F, so expect cold winters. Median household income is $64,497, which feels about average for the area. Crime rate is something to consider -Davenport sits at 594.8 per 100K. You can expect to pay around $930 for r...

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Helen C.

Davenport in the winter -how bad?

Curious what people think. I'm a college student here and Rent is about $930/month for a decent place. With a population of 101K, Davenport is a mid-size city. The median home value here is around $162,900, which is actually reasonable. It's a a mid-size city city with about 101K people. The food sc...

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Gabriella

Grocery stores in Davenport -recommendations?

We have two kids and Crime rate is something to consider -Davenport sits at 594.8 per 100K. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable.

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Diane M.

Commute times in Davenport -how bad?

Curious what people think. I'm a teacher here and Poverty rate is 10.3%, which is around average. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Anyone in a similar situation? Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Honestly, I think it's a gr...

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indygirl2025

Job market in Davenport for tech?

Anyone else feel this way? I'm a nurse at the local hospital and You can expect to pay around $930 for rent here. Average temperature is around 53--F, so expect cold winters. The weather takes some getting used to. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. What do you all think?

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mia_rider

Housing in Davenport compared to St. Louis

Hey folks, I've been here for 11 years and It's a a mid-size city city with about 101K people. Crime rate is something to consider -Davenport sits at 594.8 per 100K. The unemployment rate is 3.1%, which is pretty low. Median household income is $64,497, which feels about average for the area. It's c...

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Camila K.

Internet providers in Davenport?

I'm a 31-year-old restaurant manager and You can expect to pay around $930 for rent here. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. What neighborhoods would you suggest? Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Traffic can be rough duri...

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Frank H.

Is Davenport good for remote workers?

Curious what people think. Median household income is $64,497, which feels about average for the area. It's a a mid-size city city with about 101K people. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Let me know your thoughts. The city h...

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Amelia Mitchell

Most overrated things about Davenport

So, I'm single, late 50s, and Median household income is $64,497, which feels about average for the area. The suburbs are where most families end up. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Night life is decent if you know the right sp...

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Jayden T.

Best and worst neighborhoods in Davenport

Alright, I'm originally from Omaha and Median household income is $64,497, which feels about average for the area. You can expect to pay around $930 for rent here. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. What are your go-to spot...

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Aria Lee

Working remotely from Davenport

Hey everyone, I'm single, late 50s, and Household incomes average around $64,497 in Davenport. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Would love some local perspective. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The parks and outdoor areas are a h...

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Gabriella

Moving to Davenport for work -advice?

I relocated for work and What neighborhoods would you suggest? It's not perfect, but the community is solid.

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Reagan Lee

Affordable areas near Davenport?

Hey, I've been here for 14 years and Average temperature is around 53--F, so expect cold winters. Median household income is $64,497, which feels about average for the area. Crime rate is something to consider -Davenport sits at 594.8 per 100K. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's a ...

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Helen C.

Davenport vs San Francisco -which is better?

OK so I've been here for 20 years and The unemployment rate is 3.1%, which is pretty low. It's a a mid-size city city with about 101K people. The median home value here is around $162,900, which is actually reasonable. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. I'd say it's better for families th...

14 replies 28 upvotes best-worst
Jaxon K.

Best industries in Davenport right now

Been meaning to ask this. We're a young couple and Poverty rate is 10.3%, which is around average. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Any advice would be great. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Public transit needs a lot of work...

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mia_rider

Studio apartments in Davenport -options?

We're a young couple and With a population of 101K, Davenport is a mid-size city. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. What would you do? The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Night life is decent if you know the right spots.

2 replies 37 upvotes housing
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